86077 Phys blood bank serv xmatch
Also known as: Crossmatch, blood type and crossmatch
Physician services for blood bank including crossmatch testing, performing detailed serological compatibility studies between donor and recipient blood for safe transfusion.
Clinical Context
Essential before blood transfusion to detect incompatibility and prevent hemolytic transfusion reactions. Includes major crossmatch (recipient serum vs donor RBCs) and minor crossmatch.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.92 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.57 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.05 |
| Total RVU | 1.54 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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