86580 Tb intradermal test
Also known as: TB skin test, Mantoux test, PPD test
Tuberculosis intradermal test (Mantoux test) measuring delayed-type hypersensitivity response to purified protein derivative antigen at 48-72 hours.
Clinical Context
Traditional screening for tuberculosis infection. Induration measured at 48-72 hours with interpretation based on patient risk factors. Limitations include bacille Calmette-Guérin vaccination false positives and variable sensitivity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.00 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.32 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.01 |
| Total RVU | 0.33 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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