J7501 Azathioprine parenteral
Also known as: azathioprine IV, parenteral immunosuppressant
Parenteral injection of azathioprine, an intravenous immunosuppressive antimetabolite for autoimmune disease management.
In Plain Language
IV immune suppressant; rheumatoid arthritis injection
Clinical Context
Used for intravenous immunosuppression in severe autoimmune conditions, transplant rejection prevention, and inflammatory disease.
RVU Information
CPT J7501 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 J7501?
CPT J7501 (Azathioprine parenteral) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Parenteral injection of azathioprine, an intravenous immunosuppressive antimetabolite for autoimmune disease management.
How is J7501 administered?
CPT J7501 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for intravenous immunosuppression in severe autoimmune conditions, transplant rejection prevention, and inflammatory disease. It is used by Rheumatology, Gastroenterology, Transplant Medicine.
When is CPT J7501 used?
Used for intravenous immunosuppression in severe autoimmune conditions, transplant rejection prevention, and inflammatory disease.
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