J1675 Histrelin acetate
Also known as: histrelin, Vantas, LHRH agonist
Histrelin acetate injection. An LHRH agonist for prostate cancer and central precocious puberty treatment.
In Plain Language
hormone cancer treatment; hormone suppression injection
Clinical Context
Used for advanced prostate cancer to suppress testosterone production and for central precocious puberty in children. Subcutaneous implant with sustained hormone delivery.
RVU Information
CPT J1675 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 J1675?
CPT J1675 (Histrelin acetate) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Histrelin acetate injection. An LHRH agonist for prostate cancer and central precocious puberty treatment.
How is J1675 administered?
CPT J1675 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for advanced prostate cancer to suppress testosterone production and for central precocious puberty in children. Subcutaneous implant with sustained hormone delivery. It is used by Oncology, Urology, Pediatrics.
When is CPT J1675 used?
Used for advanced prostate cancer to suppress testosterone production and for central precocious puberty in children. Subcutaneous implant with sustained hormone delivery.
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