86317 Immunoassay infectious agent
Also known as: Infectious agent serology, pathogen detection
Immunoassay infectious agent antibody or antigen test detects presence of infectious agents through antigen-antibody reactions, screening and diagnosing infections.
In Plain Language
Infection detection test; Pathogen identification
Clinical Context
Used for diagnosing bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic infections through antibody or antigen detection. Broad category for infectious disease serology.
RVU Information
CPT 86317 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 86317?
CPT 86317 (Immunoassay infectious agent) is a Pathology & Lab code. Immunoassay infectious agent antibody or antigen test detects presence of infectious agents through antigen-antibody reactions, screening and diagnosing infections.
Who uses CPT code 86317?
CPT 86317 is used by Microbiology, Infectious Disease, Immunology. Used for diagnosing bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic infections through antibody or antigen detection. Broad category for infectious disease serology.
When is CPT 86317 used?
Used for diagnosing bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic infections through antibody or antigen detection. Broad category for infectious disease serology.
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