86735 Mumps antibody
Also known as: mumps antibody, mumps serology
Mumps virus antibody detection measuring immune response to paramyxovirus causing mumps.
In Plain Language
viral infection test; parotitis antibody test
Clinical Context
Detects mumps antibodies indicating immunity from vaccination or past infection. Used to assess vaccine response and confirm diagnosis.
RVU Information
CPT 86735 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 86735?
CPT 86735 (Mumps antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Mumps virus antibody detection measuring immune response to paramyxovirus causing mumps.
Who uses CPT code 86735?
CPT 86735 is used by Virology, Infectious Disease, Immunology. Detects mumps antibodies indicating immunity from vaccination or past infection. Used to assess vaccine response and confirm diagnosis.
When is CPT 86735 used?
Detects mumps antibodies indicating immunity from vaccination or past infection. Used to assess vaccine response and confirm diagnosis.
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against national data — all in one app.
CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.