86648 Diphtheria antibody
Also known as: diphtheria antibody, diphtheria toxin serology
Corynebacterium diphtheriae antibody detection measuring immune response to diphtheria toxin antigen.
In Plain Language
diphtheria immunity test; vaccination antibody test
Clinical Context
Detects antitoxin antibodies to diphtheria indicating immunity or prior vaccination. Low antibody titers suggest need for booster immunization.
RVU Information
CPT 86648 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 86648?
CPT 86648 (Diphtheria antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Corynebacterium diphtheriae antibody detection measuring immune response to diphtheria toxin antigen.
Who uses CPT code 86648?
CPT 86648 is used by Infectious Disease, Immunology, Pathology. Detects antitoxin antibodies to diphtheria indicating immunity or prior vaccination. Low antibody titers suggest need for booster immunization.
When is CPT 86648 used?
Detects antitoxin antibodies to diphtheria indicating immunity or prior vaccination. Low antibody titers suggest need for booster immunization.
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