J1571 Hepagam b intramuscular injection
Also known as: Hepagam B IM, hepatitis B immune globulin
Hepagam B (hepatitis B immune globulin) injection, intramuscular. Passive hepatitis B immunity for post-exposure prophylaxis.
In Plain Language
hepatitis B prevention shot; exposure protection
Clinical Context
Used for post-exposure prophylaxis after hepatitis B exposure, passive immunization of non-immune individuals, and hepatitis B re-infection prevention in transplant recipients.
RVU Information
CPT J1571 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 J1571?
CPT J1571 (Hepagam b intramuscular injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Hepagam B (hepatitis B immune globulin) injection, intramuscular. Passive hepatitis B immunity for post-exposure prophylaxis.
How is J1571 administered?
CPT J1571 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for post-exposure prophylaxis after hepatitis B exposure, passive immunization of non-immune individuals, and hepatitis B re-infection prevention in transplant recipients. It is used by Infectious Diseases, Transplantation, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1571 used?
Used for post-exposure prophylaxis after hepatitis B exposure, passive immunization of non-immune individuals, and hepatitis B re-infection prevention in transplant recipients.
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