84525 Urea nitrogen semi-quant
Also known as: urea nitrogen semi-quantitative, approximate BUN, semi-quant nitrogen
Semi-quantitative assay of urea nitrogen providing approximate measurement between qualitative and quantitative.
In Plain Language
kidney function screening
Clinical Context
Less precise than quantitative; useful for screening when approximate value sufficient.
RVU Information
CPT 84525 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 84525?
CPT 84525 (Urea nitrogen semi-quant) is a Pathology & Lab code. Semi-quantitative assay of urea nitrogen providing approximate measurement between qualitative and quantitative.
Who uses CPT code 84525?
CPT 84525 is used by Clinical Chemistry, Nephrology, Laboratory Medicine. Less precise than quantitative; useful for screening when approximate value sufficient.
When is CPT 84525 used?
Less precise than quantitative; useful for screening when approximate value sufficient.
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