J0139 Injection, adalimumab, 1 milligrams
Also known as: adalimumab, Humira
Adalimumab injection 1 milligram, a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitor biologic for autoimmune diseases.
In Plain Language
biologic immune therapy; arthritis and autoimmune disease treatment
Clinical Context
Fully human monoclonal antibody against TNF-alpha used for rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and other autoimmune conditions.
RVU Information
CPT J0139 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
J-codes represent drugs administered by a healthcare provider (not self-administered). Documentation must include the drug name, dosage, route of administration, and medical necessity. Most payers require the National Drug Code (NDC) on the claim. Bill the appropriate administration code (96365-96379) in addition to the drug code.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code J0139?
CPT J0139 (Injection, adalimumab, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Adalimumab injection 1 milligram, a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitor biologic for autoimmune diseases.
How is J0139 administered?
CPT J0139 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Fully human monoclonal antibody against TNF-alpha used for rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and other autoimmune conditions. It is used by Rheumatology, Gastroenterology, Dermatology.
When is CPT J0139 used?
Fully human monoclonal antibody against TNF-alpha used for rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and other autoimmune conditions.
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