86778 Toxoplasma antibody igm
Also known as: Toxoplasma IgM, Toxo IgM, Acute toxoplasma
Serologic testing to detect immunoglobulin M (IgM) antibodies against Toxoplasma gondii, indicating acute or recent infection. Distinguishes current from past exposure.
In Plain Language
Recent parasite infection test; Acute toxoplasmosis test
Clinical Context
Critical in prenatal screening to identify recent maternal infection risk for congenital transmission. Also used in immunocompromised patients and central nervous system infection evaluation.
RVU Information
CPT 86778 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 86778?
CPT 86778 (Toxoplasma antibody igm) is a Pathology & Lab code. Serologic testing to detect immunoglobulin M (IgM) antibodies against Toxoplasma gondii, indicating acute or recent infection. Distinguishes current from past exposure.
Who uses CPT code 86778?
CPT 86778 is used by Pathology, Obstetrics, Infectious Disease. Critical in prenatal screening to identify recent maternal infection risk for congenital transmission. Also used in immunocompromised patients and central nervous system infection evaluation.
When is CPT 86778 used?
Critical in prenatal screening to identify recent maternal infection risk for congenital transmission. Also used in immunocompromised patients and central nervous system infection evaluation.
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