J2469 Palonosetron hcl
Also known as: palonosetron, aloxi
Injection of palonosetron hydrochloride (HCl) (Aloxi), a selective 5-hydroxytryptamine 3 (5-HT3) receptor antagonist for prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
In Plain Language
nausea and vomiting prevention
Clinical Context
Used for prevention of acute and delayed CINV in cancer patients receiving emetogenic chemotherapy, with superior efficacy and longer duration than older antiemetics.
RVU Information
CPT J2469 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 J2469?
CPT J2469 (Palonosetron hcl) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of palonosetron hydrochloride (HCl) (Aloxi), a selective 5-hydroxytryptamine 3 (5-HT3) receptor antagonist for prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
How is J2469 administered?
CPT J2469 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for prevention of acute and delayed CINV in cancer patients receiving emetogenic chemotherapy, with superior efficacy and longer duration than older antiemetics. It is used by Oncology, Anesthesiology.
When is CPT J2469 used?
Used for prevention of acute and delayed CINV in cancer patients receiving emetogenic chemotherapy, with superior efficacy and longer duration than older antiemetics.
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