86971 Rbc pretx incubatj with enzymes
Also known as: RBC enzyme pretreatment, Enzyme incubation, Papain treatment
Red blood cell pretreatment with enzyme incubation to enhance or diminish antigen reactivity. Uses proteases to alter RBC surface.
In Plain Language
Enzyme treatment of blood cells
Clinical Context
Enzyme-treated cells enhance certain antibody reactions and diminish others, aiding antibody identification in serologic workup.
RVU Information
CPT 86971 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
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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 86971?
CPT 86971 (Rbc pretx incubatj with enzymes) is a Pathology & Lab code. Red blood cell pretreatment with enzyme incubation to enhance or diminish antigen reactivity. Uses proteases to alter RBC surface.
Who uses CPT code 86971?
CPT 86971 is used by Transfusion Medicine, Pathology. Enzyme-treated cells enhance certain antibody reactions and diminish others, aiding antibody identification in serologic workup.
When is CPT 86971 used?
Enzyme-treated cells enhance certain antibody reactions and diminish others, aiding antibody identification in serologic workup.
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