86215 Deoxyribonuclease antibody
Also known as: Anti-DNase, DNase antibody
Deoxyribonuclease (DNase) antibody test measures antibodies against DNase I enzyme, associated with systemic lupus erythematosus and certain infections.
In Plain Language
Lupus marker test; DNA-related antibody
Clinical Context
Found in some systemic lupus erythematosus patients and post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis. Antibody against bacterial DNase enzyme produced by streptococci.
RVU Information
CPT 86215 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 86215?
CPT 86215 (Deoxyribonuclease antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Deoxyribonuclease (DNase) antibody test measures antibodies against DNase I enzyme, associated with systemic lupus erythematosus and certain infections.
Who uses CPT code 86215?
CPT 86215 is used by Immunology, Rheumatology, Clinical Pathology. Found in some systemic lupus erythematosus patients and post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis. Antibody against bacterial DNase enzyme produced by streptococci.
When is CPT 86215 used?
Found in some systemic lupus erythematosus patients and post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis. Antibody against bacterial DNase enzyme produced by streptococci.
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