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Red Blood Cell Antibody Identification

North Carolina 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 $191 · 10th–90th $33$4370%10%10th90th$191Professionalmedian $32 · 10th–90th $21$690%20%40%10th90th$32$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
$54.95
Median
$190.55
Typical High
$436.52
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$20.89
Median
$32.36
Typical High
$69.18
Ambetter
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$46.77
Median
$46.77
Typical High
$107.15
BCBS
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$87.10
Median
$87.10
Typical High
$87.10
BCBS
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$17.38
Median
$18.62
Typical High
$20.42
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$3.80
Median
$20.89
Typical High
$104.71
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$13.18
Median
$20.42
Typical High
$46.77
Medcost
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$13.49
Median
$13.49
Typical High
$51.29
Medcost
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$20.89
Median
$23.99
Typical High
$37.15
Medcost
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$26.92
Median
$26.92
Typical High
$29.51
United
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$12.30
Median
$30.20
Typical High
$323.59
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$13.49
Median
$19.50
Typical High
$38.90
Wellcare
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$275.42
Median
$275.42
Typical High
$275.42