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Red Blood Cell Antibody Identification

Kansas 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 $93 · 10th–90th $34$2820%10%20%10th90th$93Professionalmedian $35 · 10th–90th $21$630%20%40%10th90th$35$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
$38.02
Median
$93.33
Typical High
$302.00
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$20.89
Median
$35.48
Typical High
$38.02
Ambetter
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$27.54
Median
$27.54
Typical High
$46.77
BCBS
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$61.66
Median
$93.33
Typical High
$97.72
BCBS
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$63.10
Median
$63.10
Typical High
$63.10
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$1.12
Median
$2.82
Typical High
$95.50
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$13.18
Median
$33.11
Typical High
$72.44
Medica
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$23.99
Median
$23.99
Typical High
$186.21
Medica
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$16.98
Median
$19.05
Typical High
$35.48
United
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$14.13
Median
$269.15
Typical High
$549.54
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$16.98
Median
$19.05
Typical High
$38.02