86817 Hla typing dr/dq
Also known as: HLA class II molecular typing, HLA high-res DR/DQ typing
Human leukocyte antigen class II typing for HLA-DR and HLA-DQ alleles using molecular or high-resolution methodology. Enhanced resolution typing for disease and transplant evaluation.
In Plain Language
Detailed immune type test; High-resolution tissue typing
Clinical Context
Provides high-resolution HLA-DR and HLA-DQ typing for improved transplant matching and disease association studies including type 1 diabetes and celiac disease.
RVU Information
CPT 86817 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 86817?
CPT 86817 (Hla typing dr/dq) is a Pathology & Lab code. Human leukocyte antigen class II typing for HLA-DR and HLA-DQ alleles using molecular or high-resolution methodology. Enhanced resolution typing for disease and transplant evaluation.
Who uses CPT code 86817?
CPT 86817 is used by Pathology, Immunology, Transplantation. Provides high-resolution HLA-DR and HLA-DQ typing for improved transplant matching and disease association studies including type 1 diabetes and celiac disease.
When is CPT 86817 used?
Provides high-resolution HLA-DR and HLA-DQ typing for improved transplant matching and disease association studies including type 1 diabetes and celiac disease.
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