J7511 Antithymocyte globuln rabbit
Also known as: ATG rabbit, antithymocyte globulin, Thymoglobulin
Injection of antithymocyte globulin rabbit (ATG rabbit), a polyclonal immunoglobulin for induction immunosuppression in transplant.
In Plain Language
transplant rejection prevention; immune-depleting antibody
Clinical Context
Used for induction immunosuppression in organ transplant recipients and treatment of acute cellular rejection.
RVU Information
CPT J7511 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 J7511?
CPT J7511 (Antithymocyte globuln rabbit) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of antithymocyte globulin rabbit (ATG rabbit), a polyclonal immunoglobulin for induction immunosuppression in transplant.
How is J7511 administered?
CPT J7511 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for induction immunosuppression in organ transplant recipients and treatment of acute cellular rejection. It is used by Transplant Medicine, Immunology, Hematology.
When is CPT J7511 used?
Used for induction immunosuppression in organ transplant recipients and treatment of acute cellular rejection.
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