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89230 Collect sweat for test

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: collect sweat for test, sweat collection, sweat chloride collection

Collection of sweat specimen from patient using appropriate collection device for sweat chloride or other sweat testing.

Clinical Context

Collection for sweat chloride testing in cystic fibrosis diagnosis or other metabolic assessments.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.00
Practice Expense RVU0.08
Malpractice RVU0.01
Total RVU0.09

Est. Medicare Payment

$3.01

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

LaboratoryPediatrics

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