J0517 Injection., benralizumab, 1 milligrams
Also known as: benralizumab, Fasenra
Benralizumab injection, 1 milligram, a monoclonal antibody that targets interleukin-5 for treatment of severe eosinophilic asthma.
In Plain Language
severe asthma injection; eosinophil-targeting medication
Clinical Context
Indicated for moderate to severe eosinophilic asthma in patients inadequately controlled on inhaled corticosteroids. Administered subcutaneously every 4 weeks for 3 doses, then every 8 weeks.
RVU Information
CPT J0517 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 J0517?
CPT J0517 (Injection., benralizumab, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Benralizumab injection, 1 milligram, a monoclonal antibody that targets interleukin-5 for treatment of severe eosinophilic asthma.
How is J0517 administered?
CPT J0517 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Indicated for moderate to severe eosinophilic asthma in patients inadequately controlled on inhaled corticosteroids. Administered subcutaneously every 4 weeks for 3 doses, then every 8 weeks. It is used by pulmonology, immunology, allergy.
When is CPT J0517 used?
Indicated for moderate to severe eosinophilic asthma in patients inadequately controlled on inhaled corticosteroids. Administered subcutaneously every 4 weeks for 3 doses, then every 8 weeks.
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