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Red Blood Cell Antibody Identification

Maine 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 $251 · 10th–90th $36$7240%5%10%10th90th$251Professionalmedian $36 · 10th–90th $18$460%20%10th90th$36$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
$36.31
Median
$251.19
Typical High
$724.44
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$24.55
Median
$33.11
Typical High
$36.31
Anthem BCBS
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$15.49
Median
$18.20
Typical High
$47.86
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$2.82
Median
$26.30
Typical High
$32.36
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$26.92
Median
$30.90
Typical High
$43.65
Harvard Pilgrim
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$26.92
Median
$38.90
Typical High
$45.71
Martin's Point
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$43.65
Median
$251.19
Typical High
$724.44
Martin's Point
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$24.55
Median
$30.90
Typical High
$36.31
United
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$245.47
Median
$245.47
Typical High
$245.47
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$22.91
Median
$37.15
Typical High
$57.54