86999 Unlisted transfusion medial procedures
Also known as: Unlisted transfusion procedure, Misc transfusion test
Transfusion medicine procedure not otherwise specified. Used for unlisted or miscellaneous transfusion testing.
In Plain Language
Special blood bank test
Clinical Context
Used when specific transfusion medicine code does not apply. Requires detailed procedure documentation.
RVU Information
CPT 86999 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 86999?
CPT 86999 (Unlisted transfusion medial procedures) is a Pathology & Lab code. Transfusion medicine procedure not otherwise specified. Used for unlisted or miscellaneous transfusion testing.
Who uses CPT code 86999?
CPT 86999 is used by Transfusion Medicine, Pathology. Used when specific transfusion medicine code does not apply. Requires detailed procedure documentation.
When is CPT 86999 used?
Used when specific transfusion medicine code does not apply. Requires detailed procedure documentation.
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