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J2802 Injection, romiplostim 1 microgram

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: romiplostim, nplate

Injection of romiplostim (Nplate), 1 microgram, a thrombopoietin-receptor agonist used for treatment of thrombocytopenia in immune thrombocytopenia (ITP).

In Plain Language

platelet booster; blood clotting cell increaser

Clinical Context

Used for chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) to increase platelet counts and reduce bleeding risk in patients non-responsive to other therapies.

RVU Information

CPT J2802 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

HematologyInternal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J2802?

CPT J2802 (Injection, romiplostim 1 microgram) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of romiplostim (Nplate), 1 microgram, a thrombopoietin-receptor agonist used for treatment of thrombocytopenia in immune thrombocytopenia (ITP).

How is J2802 administered?

CPT J2802 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) to increase platelet counts and reduce bleeding risk in patients non-responsive to other therapies. It is used by Hematology, Internal Medicine.

When is CPT J2802 used?

Used for chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) to increase platelet counts and reduce bleeding risk in patients non-responsive to other therapies.

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