Venipuncture, also known as phlebotomy, is the process of drawing blood from a vein using a needle. Natera, relies on venipuncture for obtaining blood samples for various genetic and prenatal tests.
Natera’s Use of Venipuncture
Panorama™: requires a blood draw (venipuncture) from the pregnant person to analyze fetal DNA in the blood.
Horizon Advanced Carrier Screening: blood samples obtained through venipuncture for their Horizon advanced carrier screening, which assesses the risk of certain genetic conditions.
Signatera™:uses blood draws for its Signatera™ test, which is designed to detect and monitor cancer recurrence.
Other Tests: Natera offers various other tests, including those for oncology, organ health, and more, that also may require blood samples obtained through venipuncture.
Venipuncture Procedures
Standard Practice
Natera uses standard phlebotomy practices for venipuncture, ensuring the safety and accuracy of blood sample collection.
Mobile Phlebotomy
Natera also provides Mobile Phlebotomy services, offering convenient and accessible blood draws at the patient’s home or other locations.
Sample Collection Instructions
Natera provides specific instructions for sample collection, including the type of tubes to use (e.g., lavender-top K2 EDTA tubes) and proper handling procedures.
Billing Process
Custom Tabs
Venipuncture may not have a case number – 8 – 9 digits – but an alphanumeric number or a 5 digits number
Test Name: Veni
History Tab
Venipuncture will show under history tab – black lines & green lines
CPT Codes could be 36415CP or 36415AA
If the claim is submitted to an insurance, patients will receive a separate EOB for the cost of venipuncture.
Follow the walkdown as usual.
FAQs Venipuncture Charge from Natera
Q: What is this charge for?
A: This charge is for venipuncture, which is the process of drawing blood from a vein using a needle, performed as part of the test your physician ordered.
Q: How much does venipuncture cost?
A: The cost is $10. A claim was submitted to your insurance, and a patient responsibility may have been assigned. You can find more details on your Explanation of Benefits from your insurance provider.
Created by Nina O ( Jun 11,2025)