86941 Hemolysins/agglutinins
Also known as: Hemolysin/agglutinin alloimmune, Alloimmune antibody test
Serologic testing to detect hemolysins and agglutinins with alloimmune specificity. Identifies alloimmune hemolytic complications.
In Plain Language
Transfusion reaction antibody test
Clinical Context
Detects alloimmune antibodies causing hemolysis or agglutination in hemolytic transfusion reactions and post-transfusion hemolytic anemia.
RVU Information
CPT 86941 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 86941?
CPT 86941 (Hemolysins/agglutinins) is a Pathology & Lab code. Serologic testing to detect hemolysins and agglutinins with alloimmune specificity. Identifies alloimmune hemolytic complications.
Who uses CPT code 86941?
CPT 86941 is used by Pathology, Transfusion Medicine, Hematology. Detects alloimmune antibodies causing hemolysis or agglutination in hemolytic transfusion reactions and post-transfusion hemolytic anemia.
When is CPT 86941 used?
Detects alloimmune antibodies causing hemolysis or agglutination in hemolytic transfusion reactions and post-transfusion hemolytic anemia.
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