38240 Transplt allo hct/donor
Also known as: Allogeneic HCT, Bone marrow transplant
Transplantation of allogeneic hematopoietic cells with donor bone marrow or stem cells to establish new hematopoietic function.
In Plain Language
Transplanting donor bone marrow; Replacing blood-forming cells
Clinical Context
Therapeutic transplantation from matched related or unrelated donor for leukemia, lymphoma, severe aplastic anemia, or immunodeficiency.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.90 |
| Total RVU | 3.90 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.90, this code ranks in the 27th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 38240?
CPT 38240 (Transplt allo hct/donor) is a Surgery code. Transplantation of allogeneic hematopoietic cells with donor bone marrow or stem cells to establish new hematopoietic function.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 38240?
The work RVU for CPT 38240 is 3.90. This code is primarily used by Hematology/Oncology, Transplant Medicine.
When is CPT 38240 used?
Therapeutic transplantation from matched related or unrelated donor for leukemia, lymphoma, severe aplastic anemia, or immunodeficiency.
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