86280 Hemagglutination inhibition
Also known as: Hemagglutination inhibition, HAI test
Hemagglutination inhibition test detects antibodies against viral or bacterial antigens by their ability to inhibit red blood cell agglutination, screening for specific infections.
In Plain Language
Influenza and mumps test; Viral antibody detection
Clinical Context
Traditional test for influenza and mumps antibodies. Red blood cells coated with viral antigen agglutinate unless antibody is present to inhibit clumping.
RVU Information
CPT 86280 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 86280?
CPT 86280 (Hemagglutination inhibition) is a Pathology & Lab code. Hemagglutination inhibition test detects antibodies against viral or bacterial antigens by their ability to inhibit red blood cell agglutination, screening for specific infections.
Who uses CPT code 86280?
CPT 86280 is used by Microbiology, Virology, Immunology. Traditional test for influenza and mumps antibodies. Red blood cells coated with viral antigen agglutinate unless antibody is present to inhibit clumping.
When is CPT 86280 used?
Traditional test for influenza and mumps antibodies. Red blood cells coated with viral antigen agglutinate unless antibody is present to inhibit clumping.
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