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86880 Coombs test direct

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: Direct antiglobulin test, Direct Coombs test, DAT, Coombs positive

Direct antiglobulin test (Coombs test) using serologic methodology to detect antibodies or complement bound to red blood cell surface in vivo.

In Plain Language

Red blood cell antibody-coating test; Hemolytic anemia detection

Clinical Context

Detects in vivo antibody or complement coating of red cells in hemolytic anemia, hemolytic disease of newborn, and transfusion reactions.

RVU Information

CPT 86880 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

PathologyHematologyTransfusion Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 86880?

CPT 86880 (Coombs test direct) is a Pathology & Lab code. Direct antiglobulin test (Coombs test) using serologic methodology to detect antibodies or complement bound to red blood cell surface in vivo.

Who uses CPT code 86880?

CPT 86880 is used by Pathology, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine. Detects in vivo antibody or complement coating of red cells in hemolytic anemia, hemolytic disease of newborn, and transfusion reactions.

When is CPT 86880 used?

Detects in vivo antibody or complement coating of red cells in hemolytic anemia, hemolytic disease of newborn, and transfusion reactions.

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