J0207 Amifostine
Also known as: amifostine, Ethyol
Amifostine injection, a cytoprotective agent for chemotherapy and radiation therapy side effects.
In Plain Language
chemotherapy side effect prevention; radiation protection medication
Clinical Context
Intravenous cytoprotective agent administered before chemotherapy or radiation to reduce xerostomia (dry mouth), mucositis, and other toxicities. Selective protection of normal tissues.
RVU Information
CPT J0207 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 J0207?
CPT J0207 (Amifostine) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Amifostine injection, a cytoprotective agent for chemotherapy and radiation therapy side effects.
How is J0207 administered?
CPT J0207 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous cytoprotective agent administered before chemotherapy or radiation to reduce xerostomia (dry mouth), mucositis, and other toxicities. Selective protection of normal tissues. It is used by Oncology, Radiation Oncology.
When is CPT J0207 used?
Intravenous cytoprotective agent administered before chemotherapy or radiation to reduce xerostomia (dry mouth), mucositis, and other toxicities. Selective protection of normal tissues.
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