J7517 Mycophenolate mofetil oral
Also known as: Cellcept, MMF
Mycophenolate mofetil administered orally; a prodrug that is metabolized to mycophenolic acid, used as an immunosuppressive agent to prevent organ rejection in transplant recipients.
In Plain Language
Transplant rejection prevention pill; Immunosuppressive medication
Clinical Context
Used in post-transplant patients to prevent rejection of kidney, heart, or liver grafts. Commonly dosed 1-3 grams daily in divided doses.
RVU Information
CPT J7517 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 J7517?
CPT J7517 (Mycophenolate mofetil oral) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Mycophenolate mofetil administered orally; a prodrug that is metabolized to mycophenolic acid, used as an immunosuppressive agent to prevent organ rejection in transplant recipients.
How is J7517 administered?
CPT J7517 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used in post-transplant patients to prevent rejection of kidney, heart, or liver grafts. Commonly dosed 1-3 grams daily in divided doses. It is used by Transplant Surgery, Nephrology, Immunology.
When is CPT J7517 used?
Used in post-transplant patients to prevent rejection of kidney, heart, or liver grafts. Commonly dosed 1-3 grams daily in divided doses.
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