83050 Hgb methemoglobin quan
Also known as: methemoglobin quantitative, MetHb assay
Quantitative measurement of methemoglobin concentration using spectrophotometric co-oximetry or laboratory methods.
In Plain Language
abnormal blood protein level; toxic hemoglobin measurement
Clinical Context
Quantitation of methemoglobin to assess severity of methemoglobinemia caused by drug reactions or chemical exposure. Used to guide treatment with methylene blue in symptomatic patients.
RVU Information
CPT 83050 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Lab and pathology codes require an order from the treating provider with clinical indication. For molecular pathology and genetic testing, document the specific analytes tested and clinical rationale.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Pathology & Lab category, 94% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 83050?
CPT 83050 (Hgb methemoglobin quan) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of methemoglobin concentration using spectrophotometric co-oximetry or laboratory methods.
Who uses CPT code 83050?
CPT 83050 is used by Pathology, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care. Quantitation of methemoglobin to assess severity of methemoglobinemia caused by drug reactions or chemical exposure. Used to guide treatment with methylene blue in symptomatic patients.
When is CPT 83050 used?
Quantitation of methemoglobin to assess severity of methemoglobinemia caused by drug reactions or chemical exposure. Used to guide treatment with methylene blue in symptomatic patients.
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