86663 Epstein-barr antibody
Also known as: EBV antibody, Epstein-Barr serology
Epstein-Barr virus antibody detection measuring immune response to Epstein-Barr virus antigen without immunoglobulin class distinction.
In Plain Language
viral infection antibody test; Epstein-Barr test
Clinical Context
Detects Epstein-Barr virus antibodies indicating prior or current infection. Used with more specific tests to determine infection stage and immune status.
RVU Information
CPT 86663 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 86663?
CPT 86663 (Epstein-barr antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Epstein-Barr virus antibody detection measuring immune response to Epstein-Barr virus antigen without immunoglobulin class distinction.
Who uses CPT code 86663?
CPT 86663 is used by Virology, Infectious Disease, Immunology. Detects Epstein-Barr virus antibodies indicating prior or current infection. Used with more specific tests to determine infection stage and immune status.
When is CPT 86663 used?
Detects Epstein-Barr virus antibodies indicating prior or current infection. Used with more specific tests to determine infection stage and immune status.
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