86794 Zika virus igm antibody
Also known as: Zika IgM, Zika acute antibody
Serologic testing to detect immunoglobulin M (IgM) antibodies against Zika virus, indicating acute or recent infection. Distinguishes current from past exposure.
In Plain Language
Recent Zika virus test; Acute mosquito-borne virus test
Clinical Context
Critical in pregnant women or those planning pregnancy due to teratogenic risk causing congenital Zika syndrome. IgM positivity indicates recent infection within past 1-2 months.
RVU Information
CPT 86794 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 86794?
CPT 86794 (Zika virus igm antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Serologic testing to detect immunoglobulin M (IgM) antibodies against Zika virus, indicating acute or recent infection. Distinguishes current from past exposure.
Who uses CPT code 86794?
CPT 86794 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Obstetrics. Critical in pregnant women or those planning pregnancy due to teratogenic risk causing congenital Zika syndrome. IgM positivity indicates recent infection within past 1-2 months.
When is CPT 86794 used?
Critical in pregnant women or those planning pregnancy due to teratogenic risk causing congenital Zika syndrome. IgM positivity indicates recent infection within past 1-2 months.
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