86704 Hep b core antibody total
Also known as: Anti-HBc total, hepatitis B core antibody
Hepatitis B core antibody total detection measuring immune response to hepatitis B core antigen indicating exposure or infection.
In Plain Language
hepatitis B test; liver disease test
Clinical Context
Detects total anti-hepatitis B core antibodies (immunoglobulin M and immunoglobulin G) indicating hepatitis B exposure. Remains positive following infection even after recovery.
RVU Information
CPT 86704 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 86704?
CPT 86704 (Hep b core antibody total) is a Pathology & Lab code. Hepatitis B core antibody total detection measuring immune response to hepatitis B core antigen indicating exposure or infection.
Who uses CPT code 86704?
CPT 86704 is used by Hepatology, Infectious Disease, Pathology. Detects total anti-hepatitis B core antibodies (immunoglobulin M and immunoglobulin G) indicating hepatitis B exposure. Remains positive following infection even after recovery.
When is CPT 86704 used?
Detects total anti-hepatitis B core antibodies (immunoglobulin M and immunoglobulin G) indicating hepatitis B exposure. Remains positive following infection even after recovery.
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