86706 Hep b surface antibody
Also known as: Anti-HBs, hepatitis B surface antibody
Hepatitis B surface antibody detection indicating immune response to hepatitis B surface antigen or vaccination.
In Plain Language
hepatitis B immunity test; vaccination response test
Clinical Context
Detects hepatitis B surface antibodies indicating immunity from vaccination or recovery from infection. Documents protective immunity post-vaccination.
RVU Information
CPT 86706 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 86706?
CPT 86706 (Hep b surface antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Hepatitis B surface antibody detection indicating immune response to hepatitis B surface antigen or vaccination.
Who uses CPT code 86706?
CPT 86706 is used by Hepatology, Infectious Disease, Immunology. Detects hepatitis B surface antibodies indicating immunity from vaccination or recovery from infection. Documents protective immunity post-vaccination.
When is CPT 86706 used?
Detects hepatitis B surface antibodies indicating immunity from vaccination or recovery from infection. Documents protective immunity post-vaccination.
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