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0708T Id ca immntx prep & first njx

Category III

Also known as: Immunotherapy candidate screening, Cancer immunotherapy prep, Initial immune therapy injection

Identification of cancer immunotherapy patient candidates with preparation and first injection.

In Plain Language

Testing if patient can receive immune therapy for cancer; Starting immunotherapy treatment for cancer

Clinical Context

Used for patient selection and initiation of cancer immunotherapy. Includes assessment of candidacy based on tumor and immune markers, plus first therapeutic injection.

RVU Information

CPT 0708T does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Category III codes for emerging technology do not receive RVU assignments. Reimbursement is negotiated with individual payers.

Billing & Documentation

Category III codes are temporary codes for emerging technology, services, and procedures. They are not assigned RVU values by CMS. Coverage and reimbursement vary by payer — check with individual insurers before billing. These codes sunset after 5 years if not converted to Category I.

Specialties

OncologyImmunology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 0708T?

CPT 0708T (Id ca immntx prep & first njx) is a Category III code. Identification of cancer immunotherapy patient candidates with preparation and first injection.

Is 0708T a permanent CPT code?

No — 0708T is a Category III temporary code for emerging technology. It may be converted to a permanent Category I code if widely adopted. Category III codes expire after 5 years without renewal.

When is CPT 0708T used?

Used for patient selection and initiation of cancer immunotherapy. Includes assessment of candidacy based on tumor and immune markers, plus first therapeutic injection.

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.