J1447 Injection tbo filgrastim 1 microg
Also known as: tbo-filgrastim, biosimilar G-CSF
Tbo-filgrastim injection, 1 microgram. A biosimilar granulocyte colony-stimulating factor analog for neutropenia management.
In Plain Language
white blood cell stimulator; infection prevention shot
Clinical Context
Used for chemotherapy-induced neutropenia and severe chronic neutropenia. Biosimilar with equivalent efficacy to reference filgrastim at potentially lower cost.
RVU Information
CPT J1447 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 J1447?
CPT J1447 (Injection tbo filgrastim 1 microg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Tbo-filgrastim injection, 1 microgram. A biosimilar granulocyte colony-stimulating factor analog for neutropenia management.
How is J1447 administered?
CPT J1447 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for chemotherapy-induced neutropenia and severe chronic neutropenia. Biosimilar with equivalent efficacy to reference filgrastim at potentially lower cost. It is used by Oncology, Hematology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1447 used?
Used for chemotherapy-induced neutropenia and severe chronic neutropenia. Biosimilar with equivalent efficacy to reference filgrastim at potentially lower cost.
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