86747 Parvovirus antibody
Also known as: parvovirus antibody, fifth disease serology
Parvovirus B19 antibody detection measuring immune response to virus causing fifth disease and arthralgia.
In Plain Language
viral infection test; erythema infectiosum test
Clinical Context
Detects parvovirus B19 antibodies indicating current or past infection. Important in pregnant women due to risk of hydrops and anemia.
RVU Information
CPT 86747 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 86747?
CPT 86747 (Parvovirus antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Parvovirus B19 antibody detection measuring immune response to virus causing fifth disease and arthralgia.
Who uses CPT code 86747?
CPT 86747 is used by Virology, Infectious Disease, Obstetrics. Detects parvovirus B19 antibodies indicating current or past infection. Important in pregnant women due to risk of hydrops and anemia.
When is CPT 86747 used?
Detects parvovirus B19 antibodies indicating current or past infection. Important in pregnant women due to risk of hydrops and anemia.
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