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J2182 Injection, mepolizumab, 1mg

J Codes (Drugs)

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

PulmonologyImmunologyInternal Medicine

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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