J2797 Injection., rolapitant, 0.5 milligrams
Also known as: rolapitant, varubi
Injection of rolapitant hydrochloride (Varubi), 0.5 milligrams, a neurokinin-1 (NK1) receptor antagonist used for prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
In Plain Language
nausea prevention for chemotherapy
Clinical Context
Used prophylactically in combination with 5-HT3 antagonists and corticosteroids for highly emetogenic chemotherapy.
RVU Information
CPT J2797 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 J2797?
CPT J2797 (Injection., rolapitant, 0.5 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of rolapitant hydrochloride (Varubi), 0.5 milligrams, a neurokinin-1 (NK1) receptor antagonist used for prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
How is J2797 administered?
CPT J2797 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used prophylactically in combination with 5-HT3 antagonists and corticosteroids for highly emetogenic chemotherapy. It is used by Oncology, Anesthesiology.
When is CPT J2797 used?
Used prophylactically in combination with 5-HT3 antagonists and corticosteroids for highly emetogenic chemotherapy.
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