J2820 Sargramostim injection
Also known as: sargramostim, leukine
Injection of sargramostim (Leukine), a granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF) used for mobilization of hematopoietic progenitor cells and myeloid recovery.
In Plain Language
white blood cell and immune cell booster
Clinical Context
Used to accelerate myeloid recovery after chemotherapy, peripheral blood stem cell transplantation, and in bone marrow transplant recipients.
RVU Information
CPT J2820 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 J2820?
CPT J2820 (Sargramostim injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of sargramostim (Leukine), a granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF) used for mobilization of hematopoietic progenitor cells and myeloid recovery.
How is J2820 administered?
CPT J2820 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used to accelerate myeloid recovery after chemotherapy, peripheral blood stem cell transplantation, and in bone marrow transplant recipients. It is used by Hematology, Oncology.
When is CPT J2820 used?
Used to accelerate myeloid recovery after chemotherapy, peripheral blood stem cell transplantation, and in bone marrow transplant recipients.
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