86727 Lymph choriomeningitis ab
Also known as: LCMV antibody, lymphocytic choriomeningitis serology
Lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus antibody detection measuring immune response to arenavirus.
In Plain Language
viral infection test; meningitis virus test
Clinical Context
Detects lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus antibodies indicating viral infection. Transmitted from rodent exposure with typically self-limited meningitis.
RVU Information
CPT 86727 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 86727?
CPT 86727 (Lymph choriomeningitis ab) is a Pathology & Lab code. Lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus antibody detection measuring immune response to arenavirus.
Who uses CPT code 86727?
CPT 86727 is used by Virology, Infectious Disease, Neurology. Detects lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus antibodies indicating viral infection. Transmitted from rodent exposure with typically self-limited meningitis.
When is CPT 86727 used?
Detects lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus antibodies indicating viral infection. Transmitted from rodent exposure with typically self-limited meningitis.
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