86886 Coombs test indirect titer
Also known as: Indirect Coombs titer, IAT titer, Coombs titer
Indirect antiglobulin test (Coombs test) using titration methodology to quantify antibody concentration in serum. Measures antibody strength.
In Plain Language
Blood antibody strength test; Hemolytic disease severity test
Clinical Context
Quantifies red cell antibody levels in hemolytic disease of newborn to assess disease severity and guide management of hemolytic transfusion reactions.
RVU Information
CPT 86886 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 86886?
CPT 86886 (Coombs test indirect titer) is a Pathology & Lab code. Indirect antiglobulin test (Coombs test) using titration methodology to quantify antibody concentration in serum. Measures antibody strength.
Who uses CPT code 86886?
CPT 86886 is used by Pathology, Transfusion Medicine, Obstetrics. Quantifies red cell antibody levels in hemolytic disease of newborn to assess disease severity and guide management of hemolytic transfusion reactions.
When is CPT 86886 used?
Quantifies red cell antibody levels in hemolytic disease of newborn to assess disease severity and guide management of hemolytic transfusion reactions.
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