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Here's How to Draw the Line Between Platelet and Blood Transfusions

Published on Mon Jun 01, 2020

Heads up: Bill one unit of 36430 for every transfusion. Platelet transfusion is not the same as blood transfusion. Platelets are a component of blood, and you have specific CPT® and HCPCS codes from which to choose. Find out how to keep these claims picture perfect. Turn to Blood Component Transfusion Code When a physician orders and performs a platelet [...]
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