J0901 Vadadustat oral 1mg for esrd
Also known as: Akebia, vadadustat, HIF-PHI
Vadadustat oral formulation supplied in 1 milligram units for patients with end-stage renal disease, a hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor.
In Plain Language
Oral medicine to increase red blood cells in kidney disease
Clinical Context
Used for treatment of anemia in patients with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis as an oral alternative to erythropoiesis-stimulating agents.
RVU Information
CPT J0901 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 J0901?
CPT J0901 (Vadadustat oral 1mg for esrd) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Vadadustat oral formulation supplied in 1 milligram units for patients with end-stage renal disease, a hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor.
How is J0901 administered?
CPT J0901 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for treatment of anemia in patients with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis as an oral alternative to erythropoiesis-stimulating agents. It is used by Nephrology, Internal Medicine, Dialysis.
When is CPT J0901 used?
Used for treatment of anemia in patients with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis as an oral alternative to erythropoiesis-stimulating agents.
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