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.
In Plain Language
Blood compatibility test; Transfusion safety check
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 |
| Total RVU | 0.92 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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
With a work RVU of 0.92, this code ranks in the 76th percentile among Pathology & Lab codes — 1.4x the median (0.68). The highest wRVU in this category is 2.78.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 86077?
CPT 86077 (Phys blood bank serv xmatch) is a Pathology & Lab code. Physician services for blood bank including crossmatch testing, performing detailed serological compatibility studies between donor and recipient blood for safe transfusion.
Who uses CPT code 86077?
CPT 86077 is used by Transfusion Medicine, Blood Banking, Clinical Pathology. Essential before blood transfusion to detect incompatibility and prevent hemolytic transfusion reactions. Includes major crossmatch (recipient serum vs donor RBCs) and minor crossmatch.
When is CPT 86077 used?
Essential before blood transfusion to detect incompatibility and prevent hemolytic transfusion reactions. Includes major crossmatch (recipient serum vs donor RBCs) and minor crossmatch.
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