87806 Hiv ag with hiv1&2 antb with optic
Also known as: HIV ag/ab combo test, 4th generation HIV test
Infectious agent antigen detection by immunoassay with optical observation for human immunodeficiency virus with HIV 1 and HIV 2 antibody detection.
In Plain Language
HIV antigen and antibody test; rapid HIV screening
Clinical Context
Used for detection of HIV infection combining antigen and antibody detection, appropriate for early HIV diagnosis including acute infection window period.
RVU Information
CPT 87806 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 87806?
CPT 87806 (Hiv ag with hiv1&2 antb with optic) is a Pathology & Lab code. Infectious agent antigen detection by immunoassay with optical observation for human immunodeficiency virus with HIV 1 and HIV 2 antibody detection.
Who uses CPT code 87806?
CPT 87806 is used by infectious disease, clinical pathology, hematology. Used for detection of HIV infection combining antigen and antibody detection, appropriate for early HIV diagnosis including acute infection window period.
When is CPT 87806 used?
Used for detection of HIV infection combining antigen and antibody detection, appropriate for early HIV diagnosis including acute infection window period.
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