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J2840 Injection sebelipase alfa 1 milligrams

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: sebelipase alfa, kanuma

Injection of sebelipase alfa (Kanuma), 1 milligram, a lysosomal acid lipase enzyme for enzyme replacement therapy in lysosomal acid lipase deficiency.

In Plain Language

rare disease enzyme treatment

Clinical Context

Used for lysosomal acid lipase deficiency (LAL-D) including Wolman disease to replace deficient enzyme and prevent organ damage.

RVU Information

CPT J2840 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

Genetic MedicineGastroenterology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J2840?

CPT J2840 (Injection sebelipase alfa 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of sebelipase alfa (Kanuma), 1 milligram, a lysosomal acid lipase enzyme for enzyme replacement therapy in lysosomal acid lipase deficiency.

How is J2840 administered?

CPT J2840 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for lysosomal acid lipase deficiency (LAL-D) including Wolman disease to replace deficient enzyme and prevent organ damage. It is used by Genetic Medicine, Gastroenterology.

When is CPT J2840 used?

Used for lysosomal acid lipase deficiency (LAL-D) including Wolman disease to replace deficient enzyme and prevent organ damage.

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