J0222 Injection., patisiran, 0.1 milligrams
Also known as: patisiran, Onpattro
Patisiran injection 0.1 milligram, a small interfering ribonucleic acid (siRNA) for transthyretin amyloidosis.
In Plain Language
genetic disease gene therapy; hereditary amyloidosis treatment
Clinical Context
Intravenous siRNA that silences mutant transthyretin gene expression in hepatocytes. Used for hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis, reducing amyloid production and disease progression.
RVU Information
CPT J0222 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 J0222?
CPT J0222 (Injection., patisiran, 0.1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Patisiran injection 0.1 milligram, a small interfering ribonucleic acid (siRNA) for transthyretin amyloidosis.
How is J0222 administered?
CPT J0222 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous siRNA that silences mutant transthyretin gene expression in hepatocytes. Used for hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis, reducing amyloid production and disease progression. It is used by Genetics, Neurology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J0222 used?
Intravenous siRNA that silences mutant transthyretin gene expression in hepatocytes. Used for hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis, reducing amyloid production and disease progression.
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