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Red Blood Cell Antibody Identification

Arizona rates for HCPCS 86870

This blood bank test identifies specific antibodies against red blood cells that are present in a person's blood, using a panel of reference cells to pinpoint which antibody or antibodies are involved. It is typically performed after a screening test shows that such antibodies are present. Identifying the exact antibody helps ensure that any blood given in a transfusion is compatible and safe.

Rates data updated July 2026.

Facilitymedian $200 · 10th–90th $24$4790%10%10th90th$200Professionalmedian $24 · 10th–90th $20$1410%10%20%10th90th$24$1.0$5.0$20.0$100.0$500.0

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Facility and professional rates are different services and are charted separately. Need provider-level prices? Contact us.

Insurance Carrier
Aetna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$66.07
Median
$245.47
Typical High
$478.63
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$19.95
Median
$23.99
Typical High
$151.36
BCBS
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$16.98
Median
$72.44
Typical High
$131.83
BCBS
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$22.39
Median
$23.99
Typical High
$114.82
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$2.00
Median
$16.98
Typical High
$147.91
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$14.79
Median
$37.15
Typical High
$45.71
Medica
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$21.88
Median
$23.99
Typical High
$186.21
Medica
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$11.75
Median
$17.78
Typical High
$26.92
United
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$16.60
Median
$263.03
Typical High
$309.03
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$12.02
Median
$17.38
Typical High
$30.20