86900 Blood typing serologic abo
Also known as: ABO blood typing, ABO serology, Blood group ABO
Serologic blood typing to determine ABO blood group (types A, B, AB, or O) using antisera. Initial blood type classification.
In Plain Language
Blood type test; ABO blood group test
Clinical Context
Determines ABO blood type essential for safe transfusion, transplantation, and paternity testing. Uses antisera against A and B antigens.
RVU Information
CPT 86900 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 86900?
CPT 86900 (Blood typing serologic abo) is a Pathology & Lab code. Serologic blood typing to determine ABO blood group (types A, B, AB, or O) using antisera. Initial blood type classification.
Who uses CPT code 86900?
CPT 86900 is used by Transfusion Medicine, Pathology, Hematology. Determines ABO blood type essential for safe transfusion, transplantation, and paternity testing. Uses antisera against A and B antigens.
When is CPT 86900 used?
Determines ABO blood type essential for safe transfusion, transplantation, and paternity testing. Uses antisera against A and B antigens.
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