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86710 Influenza virus antibody

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: influenza antibody, flu serology

Influenza virus antibody detection measuring immune response to influenza virus infection or vaccination.

In Plain Language

flu antibody test; influenza immunity test

Clinical Context

Detects influenza virus antibodies indicating infection or response to vaccination. Used to document vaccine effectiveness and assess immune status.

RVU Information

CPT 86710 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

VirologyInfectious DiseaseImmunology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 86710?

CPT 86710 (Influenza virus antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Influenza virus antibody detection measuring immune response to influenza virus infection or vaccination.

Who uses CPT code 86710?

CPT 86710 is used by Virology, Infectious Disease, Immunology. Detects influenza virus antibodies indicating infection or response to vaccination. Used to document vaccine effectiveness and assess immune status.

When is CPT 86710 used?

Detects influenza virus antibodies indicating infection or response to vaccination. Used to document vaccine effectiveness and assess immune status.

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