83885 Assay of nickel
Also known as: nickel assay, blood nickel
Quantitative measurement of nickel concentration in blood or urine using atomic absorption spectrophotometry or mass spectrometry.
In Plain Language
nickel exposure test; metal content measurement
Clinical Context
Assessment of occupational nickel exposure in industries including stainless steel, electroplating, and welding. Elevated nickel associated with respiratory cancer risk.
RVU Information
CPT 83885 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 83885?
CPT 83885 (Assay of nickel) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of nickel concentration in blood or urine using atomic absorption spectrophotometry or mass spectrometry.
Who uses CPT code 83885?
CPT 83885 is used by Pathology, Toxicology, Occupational Health. Assessment of occupational nickel exposure in industries including stainless steel, electroplating, and welding. Elevated nickel associated with respiratory cancer risk.
When is CPT 83885 used?
Assessment of occupational nickel exposure in industries including stainless steel, electroplating, and welding. Elevated nickel associated with respiratory cancer risk.
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