86768 Salmonella antibody
Also known as: Salmonella serology, Salmonella antibody
Serologic testing to detect antibodies against Salmonella species, gram-negative enterobacteria that cause gastroenteritis and systemic infections. Identifies salmonellosis exposure or infection.
In Plain Language
Salmonella food poisoning test; Bacterial infection antibody test
Clinical Context
Indicated in suspected Salmonella infection presenting with acute diarrhea, fever, and abdominal pain. May be used to confirm diagnosis or assess antibody response in chronic carriage.
RVU Information
CPT 86768 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 86768?
CPT 86768 (Salmonella antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Serologic testing to detect antibodies against Salmonella species, gram-negative enterobacteria that cause gastroenteritis and systemic infections. Identifies salmonellosis exposure or infection.
Who uses CPT code 86768?
CPT 86768 is used by Pathology, Gastroenterology, Infectious Disease. Indicated in suspected Salmonella infection presenting with acute diarrhea, fever, and abdominal pain. May be used to confirm diagnosis or assess antibody response in chronic carriage.
When is CPT 86768 used?
Indicated in suspected Salmonella infection presenting with acute diarrhea, fever, and abdominal pain. May be used to confirm diagnosis or assess antibody response in chronic carriage.
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