86777 Toxoplasma antibody
Also known as: Toxoplasma serology, Toxo serology, Toxoplasma antibody
Serologic testing to detect antibodies against Toxoplasma gondii, an obligate intracellular parasite causing toxoplasmosis. Identifies exposure or acute infection.
In Plain Language
Parasite infection test; Cat parasite antibody test
Clinical Context
Used in pregnant women to screen for primary infection (risk of congenital transmission), immunocompromised patients at risk for reactivation, and central nervous system infection assessment in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.
RVU Information
CPT 86777 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 86777?
CPT 86777 (Toxoplasma antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Serologic testing to detect antibodies against Toxoplasma gondii, an obligate intracellular parasite causing toxoplasmosis. Identifies exposure or acute infection.
Who uses CPT code 86777?
CPT 86777 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Obstetrics. Used in pregnant women to screen for primary infection (risk of congenital transmission), immunocompromised patients at risk for reactivation, and central nervous system infection assessment in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.
When is CPT 86777 used?
Used in pregnant women to screen for primary infection (risk of congenital transmission), immunocompromised patients at risk for reactivation, and central nervous system infection assessment in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.
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