2025 CPT code 86707
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Hepatitis Be antibody (HBeAb) immunoassay.
Modifiers such as -90 (reference laboratory), -91 (repeat test), and others may apply based on clinical circumstances and payer requirements. Consult your payer's specific guidelines for appropriate modifier use.
Medical necessity is established when there is a clinical indication for the testing, such as symptoms of hepatitis B, evaluation for chronic hepatitis B, post-exposure prophylaxis assessment in healthcare workers, or monitoring of treatment response in patients with chronic Hepatitis B.
A laboratory analyst performs the technical aspects of the test, including sample preparation, assay execution, and result interpretation.
In simple words: This lab test checks for a specific antibody (a protein that fights off infection) related to Hepatitis B.The result helps doctors see if treatment for Hepatitis B is working.
This CPT code 86707 represents an immunoassay used to detect the presence of hepatitis Be antibody (HBeAb) in a patient's serum.The test is performed using methods like enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), involving steps such as antigen-antibody reaction, incubation, detection of the complex (using stains or fluorescent markers), and result interpretation (positive, negative, or semi-quantitative).HBeAg is an antigen found in some hepatitis B viruses; its antibody indicates the body's immune response to a hepatitis B infection. This test is often used to monitor the effectiveness of hepatitis B treatment.
Example 1: A patient presents with symptoms suggestive of Hepatitis B, including fatigue, jaundice, and dark urine.The physician orders the HBeAb test to assess the presence of the antibody., A patient diagnosed with chronic Hepatitis B is undergoing antiviral treatment.Regular HBeAb testing is used to monitor treatment efficacy and guide decisions about adjusting therapy or stopping treatment., A healthcare worker with exposure to a patient with Hepatitis B undergoes testing, including the HBeAb test, to assess their antibody status and identify possible infection.
* Physician's order specifying the test (Hepatitis Be antibody).* Patient's demographic information.* Specimen collection date and time.* Complete and accurate test results.* Any relevant clinical notes or observations.
** Accurate coding requires careful consideration of the specific antibody being tested for and the clinical context. Always ensure the test results are properly documented and integrated with the overall patient care plan.
- Revenue Code: T1H (LAB TESTS - OTHER)
- RVU: The RVUs for this code will vary based on geographic location and payer.Consult your specific payer's fee schedule for accurate values.
- Payment Status: Active
- Modifier TC rule: This is a professional component only; a technical component modifier (TC) is not applicable.
- Fee Schedule : Historical fee schedule data is unavailable; however, refer to your payer's fee schedule for pricing information.
- Specialties:Infectious Disease, Gastroenterology, Hepatology
- Place of Service:Office, Hospital (inpatient or outpatient), Laboratory