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Red Blood Cell Antibody Identification

Maryland 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 $79 · 10th–90th $52$1000%10%20%10th90th$79Professionalmedian $33 · 10th–90th $21$1410%10%10th90th$33$5.0$10.0$20.0$50.0$100.0$200.0

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
$52.48
Median
$79.43
Typical High
$100.00
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$20.89
Median
$33.88
Typical High
$158.49
CareFirst
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$6.92
Median
$22.39
Typical High
$27.54
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$15.14
Median
$29.51
Typical High
$57.54
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$15.49
Median
$26.30
Typical High
$70.79
Kaiser Permanente
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$33.11
Median
$38.02
Typical High
$50.12
United
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$3.16
Median
$23.44
Typical High
$144.54
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$14.13
Median
$22.39
Typical High
$33.11
Wellpoint
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$17.78
Median
$21.38
Typical High
$45.71