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J2790 Rho d immune globulin injection

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: rho(d) immune globulin, rhogam

Injection of Rho(D) immune globulin (RhIG), standard dose, used for Rho(D) prophylaxis in non-sensitized Rho(D)-negative individuals exposed to Rho(D)-positive red blood cells.

In Plain Language

Rh disease prevention

Clinical Context

Administered after delivery, miscarriage, abortion, or transfusion of Rho(D)-positive blood in Rho(D)-negative, unsensitized recipients.

RVU Information

CPT J2790 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

ObstetricsHematology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J2790?

CPT J2790 (Rho d immune globulin injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of Rho(D) immune globulin (RhIG), standard dose, used for Rho(D) prophylaxis in non-sensitized Rho(D)-negative individuals exposed to Rho(D)-positive red blood cells.

How is J2790 administered?

CPT J2790 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Administered after delivery, miscarriage, abortion, or transfusion of Rho(D)-positive blood in Rho(D)-negative, unsensitized recipients. It is used by Obstetrics, Hematology.

When is CPT J2790 used?

Administered after delivery, miscarriage, abortion, or transfusion of Rho(D)-positive blood in Rho(D)-negative, unsensitized recipients.

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