J0177 Injection, aflibercept hd, 1 milligrams
Also known as: aflibercept HD, Eylea HD
Aflibercept HD injection 1 milligram, a vascular endothelial growth factor trap for retinal diseases.
In Plain Language
eye injection for vision loss; treatment for macular degeneration
Clinical Context
High-dose aflibercept for age-related macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, and retinal vein occlusion. Vascular endothelial growth factor inhibitor improving retinal health and vision.
RVU Information
CPT J0177 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 J0177?
CPT J0177 (Injection, aflibercept hd, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Aflibercept HD injection 1 milligram, a vascular endothelial growth factor trap for retinal diseases.
How is J0177 administered?
CPT J0177 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. High-dose aflibercept for age-related macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, and retinal vein occlusion. Vascular endothelial growth factor inhibitor improving retinal health and vision. It is used by Ophthalmology, Retinal Surgery.
When is CPT J0177 used?
High-dose aflibercept for age-related macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, and retinal vein occlusion. Vascular endothelial growth factor inhibitor improving retinal health and vision.
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