81370 Hla i & ii typing lr
Also known as: HLA typing, tissue typing, histocompatibility testing
Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) Class I and Class II typing using low-resolution methodology for transplantation assessment.
In Plain Language
blood test to match organs for transplant; immune system protein matching
Clinical Context
Used before organ transplantation to determine compatibility between donor and recipient; critical for predicting graft acceptance and avoiding rejection.
RVU Information
CPT 81370 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 81370?
CPT 81370 (Hla i & ii typing lr) is a Pathology & Lab code. Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) Class I and Class II typing using low-resolution methodology for transplantation assessment.
Who uses CPT code 81370?
CPT 81370 is used by transplant surgery, immunology, pathology. Used before organ transplantation to determine compatibility between donor and recipient; critical for predicting graft acceptance and avoiding rejection.
When is CPT 81370 used?
Used before organ transplantation to determine compatibility between donor and recipient; critical for predicting graft acceptance and avoiding rejection.
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