86741 Neisseria meningitidis
Also known as: meningococcus antibody, N. meningitidis serology
Neisseria meningitidis antibody detection measuring immune response to gram-negative diplococcus causing meningitis.
In Plain Language
meningitis bacteria test; spinal infection test
Clinical Context
Detects Neisseria meningitidis antibodies in bacterial meningitis. Vaccination status assessment important for prophylaxis decisions in contacts.
RVU Information
CPT 86741 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 86741?
CPT 86741 (Neisseria meningitidis) is a Pathology & Lab code. Neisseria meningitidis antibody detection measuring immune response to gram-negative diplococcus causing meningitis.
Who uses CPT code 86741?
CPT 86741 is used by Infectious Disease, Neurology, Pathology. Detects Neisseria meningitidis antibodies in bacterial meningitis. Vaccination status assessment important for prophylaxis decisions in contacts.
When is CPT 86741 used?
Detects Neisseria meningitidis antibodies in bacterial meningitis. Vaccination status assessment important for prophylaxis decisions in contacts.
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