86705 Hep b core antibody igm
Also known as: Anti-HBc IgM, hepatitis B acute infection
Hepatitis B core antibody Immunoglobulin M detection indicating acute hepatitis B infection.
In Plain Language
acute liver disease test; recent hepatitis B test
Clinical Context
Detects immunoglobulin M antibodies to hepatitis B core indicating acute infection. Useful for differentiating acute from chronic hepatitis B infection.
RVU Information
CPT 86705 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 86705?
CPT 86705 (Hep b core antibody igm) is a Pathology & Lab code. Hepatitis B core antibody Immunoglobulin M detection indicating acute hepatitis B infection.
Who uses CPT code 86705?
CPT 86705 is used by Hepatology, Infectious Disease, Pathology. Detects immunoglobulin M antibodies to hepatitis B core indicating acute infection. Useful for differentiating acute from chronic hepatitis B infection.
When is CPT 86705 used?
Detects immunoglobulin M antibodies to hepatitis B core indicating acute infection. Useful for differentiating acute from chronic hepatitis B infection.
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