J7191 Factor viii (porcine)
Also known as: porcine Factor VIII, Factor VIII porcine, FVIII porcine
Injection of Factor VIII (antihemophilic factor) derived from porcine source, used for replacement in Factor VIII deficiency.
In Plain Language
clotting factor replacement; hemophilia treatment
Clinical Context
Used for treatment of bleeding in hemophilia A patients with Factor VIII inhibitors, porcine source provides alternative epitope.
RVU Information
CPT J7191 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 J7191?
CPT J7191 (Factor viii (porcine)) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of Factor VIII (antihemophilic factor) derived from porcine source, used for replacement in Factor VIII deficiency.
How is J7191 administered?
CPT J7191 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for treatment of bleeding in hemophilia A patients with Factor VIII inhibitors, porcine source provides alternative epitope. It is used by Hematology, Hemophilia Specialty Clinic.
When is CPT J7191 used?
Used for treatment of bleeding in hemophilia A patients with Factor VIII inhibitors, porcine source provides alternative epitope.
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