86723 Listeria monocytogenes
Also known as: Listeria antibody, listeriosis serology
Listeria monocytogenes antibody detection measuring immune response to gram-positive bacterium.
In Plain Language
bacterial infection test; food-borne infection test
Clinical Context
Detects Listeria monocytogenes antibodies in listeriosis affecting central nervous system, particularly in immunocompromised patients.
RVU Information
CPT 86723 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 86723?
CPT 86723 (Listeria monocytogenes) is a Pathology & Lab code. Listeria monocytogenes antibody detection measuring immune response to gram-positive bacterium.
Who uses CPT code 86723?
CPT 86723 is used by Infectious Disease, Neurology, Pathology. Detects Listeria monocytogenes antibodies in listeriosis affecting central nervous system, particularly in immunocompromised patients.
When is CPT 86723 used?
Detects Listeria monocytogenes antibodies in listeriosis affecting central nervous system, particularly in immunocompromised patients.
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