86784 Trichinella antibody
Also known as: Trichinella serology, Trichinella antibody
Serologic testing to detect antibodies against Trichinella spiralis, the nematode causing trichinellosis from consumption of undercooked infected meat. Confirms infection.
In Plain Language
Undercooked meat parasite test; Muscle parasite antibody test
Clinical Context
Indicated in suspected trichinellosis presenting with myalgia, fever, and eosinophilia following consumption of undercooked pork or wild game. Antibodies appear 3 weeks after infection.
RVU Information
CPT 86784 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 86784?
CPT 86784 (Trichinella antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Serologic testing to detect antibodies against Trichinella spiralis, the nematode causing trichinellosis from consumption of undercooked infected meat. Confirms infection.
Who uses CPT code 86784?
CPT 86784 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Gastroenterology. Indicated in suspected trichinellosis presenting with myalgia, fever, and eosinophilia following consumption of undercooked pork or wild game. Antibodies appear 3 weeks after infection.
When is CPT 86784 used?
Indicated in suspected trichinellosis presenting with myalgia, fever, and eosinophilia following consumption of undercooked pork or wild game. Antibodies appear 3 weeks after infection.
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.