83060 Hgb sulfhemoglobin quan
Also known as: sulfhemoglobin quantitative, SulfHb assay
Quantitative measurement of sulfhemoglobin concentration in blood using spectrophotometric methods.
In Plain Language
sulfur-containing hemoglobin level
Clinical Context
Assessment of sulfhemoglobinemia due to exposure to sulfur compounds or medications. Presents with cyanosis unresponsive to oxygen therapy. Used in toxicology evaluation and occupational exposure assessment.
RVU Information
CPT 83060 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 83060?
CPT 83060 (Hgb sulfhemoglobin quan) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of sulfhemoglobin concentration in blood using spectrophotometric methods.
Who uses CPT code 83060?
CPT 83060 is used by Pathology, Toxicology, Occupational Health. Assessment of sulfhemoglobinemia due to exposure to sulfur compounds or medications. Presents with cyanosis unresponsive to oxygen therapy. Used in toxicology evaluation and occupational exposure assessment.
When is CPT 83060 used?
Assessment of sulfhemoglobinemia due to exposure to sulfur compounds or medications. Presents with cyanosis unresponsive to oxygen therapy. Used in toxicology evaluation and occupational exposure assessment.
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