86713 Legionella antibody
Also known as: Legionella antibody, Legionnaire's disease serology
Legionella species antibody detection measuring immune response to gram-negative bacterium causing legionellosis.
In Plain Language
bacterial pneumonia test; water-related infection test
Clinical Context
Detects Legionella antibodies in suspected legionellosis from contaminated water sources. Presents as severe pneumonia with constitutional symptoms.
RVU Information
CPT 86713 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 86713?
CPT 86713 (Legionella antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Legionella species antibody detection measuring immune response to gram-negative bacterium causing legionellosis.
Who uses CPT code 86713?
CPT 86713 is used by Infectious Disease, Pulmonology, Immunology. Detects Legionella antibodies in suspected legionellosis from contaminated water sources. Presents as severe pneumonia with constitutional symptoms.
When is CPT 86713 used?
Detects Legionella antibodies in suspected legionellosis from contaminated water sources. Presents as severe pneumonia with constitutional symptoms.
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