86628 Candida antibody
Also known as: Candida antibody, candidiasis serology
Candida species antibody detection measuring immune response to Candida organisms in invasive or mucosal infection.
In Plain Language
yeast infection antibody test; fungal infection test
Clinical Context
Detects Candida antibodies in suspected invasive candidiasis, particularly in immunocompromised patients. Antibody presence may indicate systemic disease.
RVU Information
CPT 86628 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 86628?
CPT 86628 (Candida antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Candida species antibody detection measuring immune response to Candida organisms in invasive or mucosal infection.
Who uses CPT code 86628?
CPT 86628 is used by Infectious Disease, Immunology, Pathology. Detects Candida antibodies in suspected invasive candidiasis, particularly in immunocompromised patients. Antibody presence may indicate systemic disease.
When is CPT 86628 used?
Detects Candida antibodies in suspected invasive candidiasis, particularly in immunocompromised patients. Antibody presence may indicate systemic disease.
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