86486 Skin test unlisted antigen each
Also known as: unlisted skin test, custom antigen test
Unlisted antigen skin test intradermal injection measuring delayed-type hypersensitivity response to non-standard or specialty antigens each test performed.
In Plain Language
specialty skin test; custom antigen test
Clinical Context
Used for intradermal testing with antigens not otherwise specified in standard testing panels. Allows flexibility for evaluating hypersensitivity to specialty organisms or environmental antigens.
RVU Information
CPT 86486 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 86486?
CPT 86486 (Skin test unlisted antigen each) is a Pathology & Lab code. Unlisted antigen skin test intradermal injection measuring delayed-type hypersensitivity response to non-standard or specialty antigens each test performed.
Who uses CPT code 86486?
CPT 86486 is used by Immunology, Dermatology, Infectious Disease. Used for intradermal testing with antigens not otherwise specified in standard testing panels. Allows flexibility for evaluating hypersensitivity to specialty organisms or environmental antigens.
When is CPT 86486 used?
Used for intradermal testing with antigens not otherwise specified in standard testing panels. Allows flexibility for evaluating hypersensitivity to specialty organisms or environmental antigens.
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