J2506 Injection pegfilgrast ex bio 0.5mg
Also known as: pegfilgrastim, neulasta, pegfilgrastim biosimilar
Injection of pegfilgrastim-exba (Tixagevimab), 0.5 milligrams, a biosimilar to pegfilgrastim (filgrastim with extended half-life), a granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) for chemotherapy-induced neutropenia.
In Plain Language
white blood cell booster; infection prevention medication
Clinical Context
Administered after myelosuppressive chemotherapy to promote neutrophil recovery and reduce the risk of febrile neutropenia and infection.
RVU Information
CPT J2506 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 J2506?
CPT J2506 (Injection pegfilgrast ex bio 0.5mg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of pegfilgrastim-exba (Tixagevimab), 0.5 milligrams, a biosimilar to pegfilgrastim (filgrastim with extended half-life), a granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) for chemotherapy-induced neutropenia.
How is J2506 administered?
CPT J2506 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Administered after myelosuppressive chemotherapy to promote neutrophil recovery and reduce the risk of febrile neutropenia and infection. It is used by Oncology, Hematology.
When is CPT J2506 used?
Administered after myelosuppressive chemotherapy to promote neutrophil recovery and reduce the risk of febrile neutropenia and infection.
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