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83992 Assay for phencyclidine

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: phencyclidine test, PCP screen

Quantitative or qualitative detection of phencyclidine (PCP) in urine, serum, or other specimens using immunoassay or chromatography methods.

In Plain Language

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Clinical Context

Screening for phencyclidine abuse in drug testing programs and emergency assessment of acute intoxication with psychiatric or neurologic manifestations.

RVU Information

CPT 83992 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

PathologyToxicologyPsychiatry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 83992?

CPT 83992 (Assay for phencyclidine) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative or qualitative detection of phencyclidine (PCP) in urine, serum, or other specimens using immunoassay or chromatography methods.

Who uses CPT code 83992?

CPT 83992 is used by Pathology, Toxicology, Psychiatry. Screening for phencyclidine abuse in drug testing programs and emergency assessment of acute intoxication with psychiatric or neurologic manifestations.

When is CPT 83992 used?

Screening for phencyclidine abuse in drug testing programs and emergency assessment of acute intoxication with psychiatric or neurologic manifestations.

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