2025 CPT code 80179
Effective Date: N/A Pathology and Laboratory Procedures - Therapeutic Drug Assays Feed
Salicylate
Modifiers may be applicable. Modifier 59 may be used to indicate a distinct procedural service. Modifiers 90 and 91 are for reference (outside) laboratory and repeat clinical diagnostic laboratory tests, respectively.
Medical necessity is established when the test is ordered to diagnose or manage salicylate toxicity, monitor therapeutic drug levels, or evaluate suspected aspirin ingestion.
The lab analyst performs all technical steps to measure the level of salicylate present in the specimen.
In simple words: This test measures the amount of aspirin in your blood.
The laboratory test quantifies the level of salicylate in a patient specimen, such as serum. Salicylate, also known as aspirin, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) available over-the-counter.
Example 1: A patient presents with symptoms suggesting salicylate toxicity (e.g., nausea, headache, tinnitus). The test is ordered to confirm the diagnosis and determine the severity of the toxicity by measuring blood salicylate levels., A patient on long-term, high-dose salicylate therapy requires regular monitoring of their salicylate levels to ensure therapeutic efficacy and prevent toxicity. This test helps adjust the dosage as needed., A pediatric patient with suspected accidental ingestion of aspirin. This test is crucial for rapid assessment and management of potential salicylate poisoning.
The documentation should include the reason for the test, the patient's symptoms, relevant medical history (e.g., current medications, known allergies), and the date and time of specimen collection.
- Revenue Code: T1H
- Specialties:Clinical Laboratory, Medical Toxicology, Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics
- Place of Service:Independent Laboratory, Hospital, Office