86717 Leishmania antibody
Also known as: Leishmania antibody, leishmaniasis serology
Leishmania species antibody detection measuring immune response to protozoan parasite causing leishmaniasis.
In Plain Language
parasite infection test; tropical disease test
Clinical Context
Detects Leishmania antibodies in suspected cutaneous, mucocutaneous, or visceral leishmaniasis. Endemic in tropical and subtropical regions.
RVU Information
CPT 86717 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 86717?
CPT 86717 (Leishmania antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Leishmania species antibody detection measuring immune response to protozoan parasite causing leishmaniasis.
Who uses CPT code 86717?
CPT 86717 is used by Infectious Disease, Parasitology, Dermatology. Detects Leishmania antibodies in suspected cutaneous, mucocutaneous, or visceral leishmaniasis. Endemic in tropical and subtropical regions.
When is CPT 86717 used?
Detects Leishmania antibodies in suspected cutaneous, mucocutaneous, or visceral leishmaniasis. Endemic in tropical and subtropical regions.
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