J2182 Injection, mepolizumab, 1mg
Also known as: mepolizumab, Nucala, IL-5 antibody
Injection of mepolizumab, 1 milligram. A monoclonal antibody against interleukin-5 for eosinophilic conditions.
In Plain Language
asthma and eosinophil medication; immune-targeted injection
Clinical Context
Used for moderate-to-severe eosinophilic asthma and eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis. Mepolizumab targets interleukin-5, reducing eosinophils.
RVU Information
CPT J2182 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 J2182?
CPT J2182 (Injection, mepolizumab, 1mg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of mepolizumab, 1 milligram. A monoclonal antibody against interleukin-5 for eosinophilic conditions.
How is J2182 administered?
CPT J2182 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for moderate-to-severe eosinophilic asthma and eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis. Mepolizumab targets interleukin-5, reducing eosinophils. It is used by Pulmonology, Immunology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J2182 used?
Used for moderate-to-severe eosinophilic asthma and eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis. Mepolizumab targets interleukin-5, reducing eosinophils.
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