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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Valley Fever Antibody Test, Valley Fever Is Caused By The Fungus Coccidioides Immitis Which Is Common In Desert Areas. This Blood Test Detects Antibodies That Indicate A Current Or Past Infection.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Immunology Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 81 - Independent Laboratory 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 90 - Reference Laboratory 91 - Repeat Lab Test |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $11.47 national lab fee schedule rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 86635 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $10.55 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 86635 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 86635 by major payers:
$10.30
$12.31
$12.93
$14.26
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CPT 86635
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Chu Chen
Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
$25.23Published rateChca Pearland, L.P., Hca Houston Healthcare Pearland
$11.47Published ratePrisma Health-Upstate, Prisma Health Ctr For Ped & Int Med-West
Prisma Health - Upstate
$10.31Published ratePrisma Health-Upstate, Prisma Health Cancer Inst-Spartanburg
Prisma Health - Upstate
$10.31Published rateSt Joseph Regional Health Center, St Joseph Ambulatory Surgery
St Joseph Regional Health Center
$4.82Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 86635 vs. Other Immunology Procedures Codes
The CPT 86635 code is part of the Pathology and Laboratory Procedures services used for Immunology Procedures. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 86635 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 86628-CPT | Low | Yeast Infection Test, Candida Is A Yeast (Fungus) That Can Cause Infection. This Test Detects Antibodies Made In Response To A Widespread Infection. Results Assess The Severity Of The Infection And Response To Therapy. |
| 86635-CPT | Low | Valley Fever Antibody Test, Valley Fever Is Caused By The Fungus Coccidioides Immitis Which Is Common In Desert Areas. This Blood Test Detects Antibodies That Indicate A Current Or Past Infection. |
| 86644-CPT | Low | Cytomegalovirus (Cmv) Test, The Test Checks For Antibody Response To Cytomegalovirus (Cmv). Results Can Indicate Either Current Or Previous Cmv Infection. |
| 86671-CPT | Low | Antibody Fungus Not Elsewhere Speci |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 86635. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 86635 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
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Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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