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86833 Hla class ii high defin qualitative

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: HLA class II high-resolution, HLA DR/DQ high-res molecular, HLA DNA sequencing

Human leukocyte antigen class II high-resolution typing using molecular methodology to determine specific HLA-DR and HLA-DQ alleles with maximal resolution.

In Plain Language

Detailed immune typing; Genetic HLA test

Clinical Context

Provides allelic-level resolution for HLA-DR and HLA-DQ. Critical for optimal transplant matching and identification of disease-susceptibility loci in autoimmune conditions.

RVU Information

CPT 86833 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

PathologyImmunologyTransplantation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 86833?

CPT 86833 (Hla class ii high defin qualitative) is a Pathology & Lab code. Human leukocyte antigen class II high-resolution typing using molecular methodology to determine specific HLA-DR and HLA-DQ alleles with maximal resolution.

Who uses CPT code 86833?

CPT 86833 is used by Pathology, Immunology, Transplantation. Provides allelic-level resolution for HLA-DR and HLA-DQ. Critical for optimal transplant matching and identification of disease-susceptibility loci in autoimmune conditions.

When is CPT 86833 used?

Provides allelic-level resolution for HLA-DR and HLA-DQ. Critical for optimal transplant matching and identification of disease-susceptibility loci in autoimmune conditions.

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