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38240 Transplt allo hct/donor

Surgery

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 RVU3.90
Total RVU3.90

Est. Medicare Payment

$130.26

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

Hematology/OncologyTransplant Medicine

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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