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Red Blood Cell Antibody Identification

Missouri 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 $65 · 10th–90th $35$3390%5%10%10th90th$65Professionalmedian $35 · 10th–90th $18$540%10%20%10th90th$35$2.0$10.0$50.0$200.0$1.0K

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
$34.67
Median
$64.57
Typical High
$338.84
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$33.11
Median
$38.90
Typical High
$53.70
Anthem BCBS
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$11.48
Median
$25.12
Typical High
$58.88
BCBS
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$40.74
Median
$42.66
Typical High
$48.98
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$2.14
Median
$26.92
Typical High
$173.78
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$13.18
Median
$33.11
Typical High
$48.98
Medica
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$23.99
Median
$72.44
Typical High
$186.21
Medica
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$15.14
Median
$19.05
Typical High
$43.65
United
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$29.51
Median
$288.40
Typical High
$407.38
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$15.85
Median
$19.05
Typical High
$46.77