86774 Tetanus antibody
Also known as: Tetanus serology, Tetanus antibody, Tetanus titer
Serologic testing to detect antibodies against Clostridium tetani toxoid, assessing protective immunity against tetanus. Documents vaccination status and need for booster immunization.
In Plain Language
Tetanus immunity test; Lockjaw protection test
Clinical Context
Used to assess immunity status prior to potential exposure, confirm booster need, or verify vaccination response. Particularly important following traumatic injuries with contamination risk.
RVU Information
CPT 86774 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 86774?
CPT 86774 (Tetanus antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Serologic testing to detect antibodies against Clostridium tetani toxoid, assessing protective immunity against tetanus. Documents vaccination status and need for booster immunization.
Who uses CPT code 86774?
CPT 86774 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine. Used to assess immunity status prior to potential exposure, confirm booster need, or verify vaccination response. Particularly important following traumatic injuries with contamination risk.
When is CPT 86774 used?
Used to assess immunity status prior to potential exposure, confirm booster need, or verify vaccination response. Particularly important following traumatic injuries with contamination risk.
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.