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Red Blood Cell Antibody Identification

New Mexico 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 $257 · 10th–90th $47$1,6220%5%10%10th90th$257Professionalmedian $31 · 10th–90th $21$1580%20%10th90th$31$5.0$20.0$100.0$500.0$2.0K$10.0K$50.0K

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
$46.77
Median
$125.89
Typical High
$363.08
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$20.89
Median
$30.90
Typical High
$158.49
BCBS
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$316.23
Median
$1,122.02
Typical High
$1,862.09
BCBS
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$9.12
Median
$33.11
Typical High
$33.11
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$28.18
Median
$28.18
Typical High
$28.18
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$15.14
Median
$37.15
Typical High
$45.71
Providence
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$20.89
Median
$27.54
Typical High
$39.81
Providence
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$19.95
Median
$37.15
Typical High
$50.12
United
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$12.88
Median
$190.55
Typical High
$707.95
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$11.75
Median
$12.88
Typical High
$26.92