J1573 Hepagam b intravenous, injection
Also known as: Hepagam B IV, hepatitis B immune globulin
Hepagam B (hepatitis B immune globulin) injection, intravenous. Passive hepatitis B immunity for immunodeficient patients and re-infection prevention.
In Plain Language
hepatitis B protection infusion; viral infection prevention
Clinical Context
Used for hepatitis B re-infection prevention in transplant recipients, acute hepatitis B exposure management, and passive immunization in immunocompromised patients.
RVU Information
CPT J1573 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 J1573?
CPT J1573 (Hepagam b intravenous, injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Hepagam B (hepatitis B immune globulin) injection, intravenous. Passive hepatitis B immunity for immunodeficient patients and re-infection prevention.
How is J1573 administered?
CPT J1573 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for hepatitis B re-infection prevention in transplant recipients, acute hepatitis B exposure management, and passive immunization in immunocompromised patients. It is used by Infectious Diseases, Transplantation, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1573 used?
Used for hepatitis B re-infection prevention in transplant recipients, acute hepatitis B exposure management, and passive immunization in immunocompromised patients.
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