86666 Ehrlichia antibody
Also known as: Ehrlichia antibody, ehrlichiosis serology
Ehrlichia species antibody detection measuring immune response to tick-borne bacterial pathogen.
In Plain Language
tick-borne illness antibody; infection antibody test
Clinical Context
Detects Ehrlichia antibodies in human granulocytic or monocytic ehrlichiosis transmitted by tick vectors. Important in endemic areas and for occupational exposures.
RVU Information
CPT 86666 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 86666?
CPT 86666 (Ehrlichia antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Ehrlichia species antibody detection measuring immune response to tick-borne bacterial pathogen.
Who uses CPT code 86666?
CPT 86666 is used by Infectious Disease, Immunology, Dermatology. Detects Ehrlichia antibodies in human granulocytic or monocytic ehrlichiosis transmitted by tick vectors. Important in endemic areas and for occupational exposures.
When is CPT 86666 used?
Detects Ehrlichia antibodies in human granulocytic or monocytic ehrlichiosis transmitted by tick vectors. Important in endemic areas and for occupational exposures.
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