83518 Immunoassay dipstick
Also known as: dipstick immunoassay, rapid immunotest, lateral flow assay
Immunoassay using dipstick, membrane, or lateral flow technology for point-of-care or rapid testing of specific analytes.
In Plain Language
quick test strip method
Clinical Context
Point-of-care testing for pregnancy, drug screening, D-dimer, and various hormones. Enables rapid results in emergency departments, clinics, and bedside settings.
RVU Information
CPT 83518 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 83518?
CPT 83518 (Immunoassay dipstick) is a Pathology & Lab code. Immunoassay using dipstick, membrane, or lateral flow technology for point-of-care or rapid testing of specific analytes.
Who uses CPT code 83518?
CPT 83518 is used by Pathology, Emergency Medicine, Point-of-Care Testing. Point-of-care testing for pregnancy, drug screening, D-dimer, and various hormones. Enables rapid results in emergency departments, clinics, and bedside settings.
When is CPT 83518 used?
Point-of-care testing for pregnancy, drug screening, D-dimer, and various hormones. Enables rapid results in emergency departments, clinics, and bedside settings.
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