J1570 Ganciclovir sodium injection
Also known as: ganciclovir, Cytovene
Ganciclovir sodium injection. An antiviral nucleoside analog for cytomegalovirus infection treatment.
In Plain Language
CMV treatment; viral infection medication
Clinical Context
Used for cytomegalovirus retinitis in immunocompromised patients and CMV prevention in transplant recipients. Intravenous administration required.
RVU Information
CPT J1570 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 J1570?
CPT J1570 (Ganciclovir sodium injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Ganciclovir sodium injection. An antiviral nucleoside analog for cytomegalovirus infection treatment.
How is J1570 administered?
CPT J1570 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for cytomegalovirus retinitis in immunocompromised patients and CMV prevention in transplant recipients. Intravenous administration required. It is used by Infectious Diseases, Ophthalmology, Transplantation.
When is CPT J1570 used?
Used for cytomegalovirus retinitis in immunocompromised patients and CMV prevention in transplant recipients. Intravenous administration required.
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