J1602 Golimumab for intravenous use 1mg
Also known as: golimumab, Simponi, TNF inhibitor
Golimumab injection, 1 milligram, intravenous formulation. A TNF-alpha inhibitor monoclonal antibody for inflammatory disease treatment.
In Plain Language
inflammation blocker; immune system regulator
Clinical Context
Used for rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, and ulcerative colitis. Intravenous administration for systemic inflammatory conditions.
RVU Information
CPT J1602 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 J1602?
CPT J1602 (Golimumab for intravenous use 1mg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Golimumab injection, 1 milligram, intravenous formulation. A TNF-alpha inhibitor monoclonal antibody for inflammatory disease treatment.
How is J1602 administered?
CPT J1602 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, and ulcerative colitis. Intravenous administration for systemic inflammatory conditions. It is used by Rheumatology, Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1602 used?
Used for rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, and ulcerative colitis. Intravenous administration for systemic inflammatory conditions.
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