86905 Blood typing rbc antigens
Also known as: RBC antigen typing, Cell antigen phenotyping, Extended typing
Serologic blood typing to identify specific red blood cell antigens on patient or donor cells. Extended antigen typing.
In Plain Language
Detailed blood type test; Red cell antigen identification
Clinical Context
Identifies red cell antigen phenotype in chronically transfused patients and alloimmunized individuals to select compatible blood.
RVU Information
CPT 86905 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 86905?
CPT 86905 (Blood typing rbc antigens) is a Pathology & Lab code. Serologic blood typing to identify specific red blood cell antigens on patient or donor cells. Extended antigen typing.
Who uses CPT code 86905?
CPT 86905 is used by Transfusion Medicine, Pathology. Identifies red cell antigen phenotype in chronically transfused patients and alloimmunized individuals to select compatible blood.
When is CPT 86905 used?
Identifies red cell antigen phenotype in chronically transfused patients and alloimmunized individuals to select compatible blood.
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