86325 Other immunoelectrophoresis
Also known as: Urine IEP, CSF immunoelectrophoresis
Immunoelectrophoresis of non-serum body fluids (urine, cerebrospinal fluid, or other body fluids) identifies immunoglobulins and detects monoclonal proteins in various specimens.
In Plain Language
Body fluid protein abnormality test; Urine myeloma detection
Clinical Context
Used to detect light chains in urine in multiple myeloma and to assess immunoglobulin abnormalities in cerebrospinal fluid or other body fluids.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.37 |
| Total RVU | 0.37 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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
With a work RVU of 0.37, this code ranks in the 29th percentile among Pathology & Lab codes — 1.8x below the median (0.68). The highest wRVU in this category is 2.78.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 86325?
CPT 86325 (Other immunoelectrophoresis) is a Pathology & Lab code. Immunoelectrophoresis of non-serum body fluids (urine, cerebrospinal fluid, or other body fluids) identifies immunoglobulins and detects monoclonal proteins in various specimens.
Who uses CPT code 86325?
CPT 86325 is used by Hematology, Clinical Pathology, Hemato-Oncology. Used to detect light chains in urine in multiple myeloma and to assess immunoglobulin abnormalities in cerebrospinal fluid or other body fluids.
When is CPT 86325 used?
Used to detect light chains in urine in multiple myeloma and to assess immunoglobulin abnormalities in cerebrospinal fluid or other body fluids.
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