83069 Hemoglobin urine
Also known as: hemoglobinuria test, urine hemoglobin
Quantitative or qualitative detection of hemoglobin in urine using chemical or immunological methods.
In Plain Language
red blood cell protein in urine
Clinical Context
Indicates hemolysis with hemoglobin excretion in urine. Used to evaluate hemolytic anemia, hematuria, rhabdomyolysis, or severe burns with hemolysis.
RVU Information
CPT 83069 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 83069?
CPT 83069 (Hemoglobin urine) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative or qualitative detection of hemoglobin in urine using chemical or immunological methods.
Who uses CPT code 83069?
CPT 83069 is used by Pathology, Nephrology, Emergency Medicine. Indicates hemolysis with hemoglobin excretion in urine. Used to evaluate hemolytic anemia, hematuria, rhabdomyolysis, or severe burns with hemolysis.
When is CPT 83069 used?
Indicates hemolysis with hemoglobin excretion in urine. Used to evaluate hemolytic anemia, hematuria, rhabdomyolysis, or severe burns with hemolysis.
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