J7508 Tacrol astagraf ex rel oral
Also known as: tacrolimus extended-release, Astagraf XL, calcineurin inhibitor
Oral tacrolimus extended-release (Astagraf XL), a calcineurin inhibitor for organ transplant immunosuppression with once-daily dosing.
In Plain Language
organ transplant medication; once-daily immune suppressant
Clinical Context
Used for immunosuppression in kidney and heart transplant recipients, extended-release formulation provides once-daily dosing convenience.
RVU Information
CPT J7508 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 J7508?
CPT J7508 (Tacrol astagraf ex rel oral) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Oral tacrolimus extended-release (Astagraf XL), a calcineurin inhibitor for organ transplant immunosuppression with once-daily dosing.
How is J7508 administered?
CPT J7508 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for immunosuppression in kidney and heart transplant recipients, extended-release formulation provides once-daily dosing convenience. It is used by Transplant Medicine, Nephrology, Cardiothoracic Surgery.
When is CPT J7508 used?
Used for immunosuppression in kidney and heart transplant recipients, extended-release formulation provides once-daily dosing convenience.
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