86902 Blood type antigen donor each
Also known as: Donor antigen typing, Extended donor typing, Antigen phenotyping
Serologic blood typing to identify antigen status on donor red blood cells for each antigen. Donor phenotyping for transfusion.
In Plain Language
Donor blood type detailed test; Blood compatibility testing
Clinical Context
Used to determine donor red cell antigen profile to select appropriately matched blood for transfusion, particularly in chronically transfused patients.
RVU Information
CPT 86902 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 86902?
CPT 86902 (Blood type antigen donor each) is a Pathology & Lab code. Serologic blood typing to identify antigen status on donor red blood cells for each antigen. Donor phenotyping for transfusion.
Who uses CPT code 86902?
CPT 86902 is used by Transfusion Medicine, Pathology. Used to determine donor red cell antigen profile to select appropriately matched blood for transfusion, particularly in chronically transfused patients.
When is CPT 86902 used?
Used to determine donor red cell antigen profile to select appropriately matched blood for transfusion, particularly in chronically transfused patients.
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