86406 Particle agglut antibody titr
Also known as: particle agglutination titer, agglutination titer
Particle agglutination antibody titer determination measuring quantitative antibody level through serial dilution and agglutination detection.
In Plain Language
antibody level test; antibody strength measurement
Clinical Context
Quantifies antibody levels detected by particle agglutination screening. Higher titers suggest recent infection or significant immune response. Used to monitor antibody trends and confirm positive screens.
RVU Information
CPT 86406 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 86406?
CPT 86406 (Particle agglut antibody titr) is a Pathology & Lab code. Particle agglutination antibody titer determination measuring quantitative antibody level through serial dilution and agglutination detection.
Who uses CPT code 86406?
CPT 86406 is used by Serology, Immunology, Infectious Disease. Quantifies antibody levels detected by particle agglutination screening. Higher titers suggest recent infection or significant immune response. Used to monitor antibody trends and confirm positive screens.
When is CPT 86406 used?
Quantifies antibody levels detected by particle agglutination screening. Higher titers suggest recent infection or significant immune response. Used to monitor antibody trends and confirm positive screens.
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