CPT 86235
Updated 5/6/2025
Reviewed by Nathan Liu, MD

Antibody detection for extractable nuclear antigens in serum

Description

This laboratory test evaluates a patient's serum for antibodies against extractable nuclear antigens (ENA), which include specific antibodies associated with autoimmune diseases. Identifying these antibodies aids in the diagnosis of conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus and Sjögren's syndrome.

Medicare Hospital Outpatient Reimbursement (OPPS)

OPPS Payment Rate

Patient Copayment / Coinsurance

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Sources

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Federal and State Datasets

  • List of CPT/HCPCS Codes, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
  • I/OCE Quarterly Release Files, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
  • Physician Fee Schedule Relative Value Files, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
  • OPPS Addendum B, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
  • ASC Payment Addenda, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)