J1744 Icatibant injection
Also known as: icatibant, Firazyr
Icatibant injection. A bradykinin B2 receptor antagonist for acute hereditary angioedema attacks.
In Plain Language
angioedema treatment; hereditary swelling relief
Clinical Context
Used for acute attacks of hereditary angioedema (C1 esterase inhibitor deficiency or C1 esterase inhibitor dysfunction). Subcutaneous injection for rapid symptom relief.
RVU Information
CPT J1744 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 J1744?
CPT J1744 (Icatibant injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Icatibant injection. A bradykinin B2 receptor antagonist for acute hereditary angioedema attacks.
How is J1744 administered?
CPT J1744 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute attacks of hereditary angioedema (C1 esterase inhibitor deficiency or C1 esterase inhibitor dysfunction). Subcutaneous injection for rapid symptom relief. It is used by Immunology, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine.
When is CPT J1744 used?
Used for acute attacks of hereditary angioedema (C1 esterase inhibitor deficiency or C1 esterase inhibitor dysfunction). Subcutaneous injection for rapid symptom relief.
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