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J7518 Mycophenolic acid

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: Myfortic, MPA

Mycophenolic acid administered orally; the active metabolite of mycophenolate mofetil, used as an immunosuppressive agent to prevent organ rejection.

In Plain Language

Transplant rejection prevention alternative; Immunosuppressive medication

Clinical Context

Used in transplant recipients who cannot tolerate mycophenolate mofetil due to gastrointestinal side effects. Enteric-coated formulation.

RVU Information

CPT J7518 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

Transplant SurgeryNephrologyImmunology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J7518?

CPT J7518 (Mycophenolic acid) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Mycophenolic acid administered orally; the active metabolite of mycophenolate mofetil, used as an immunosuppressive agent to prevent organ rejection.

How is J7518 administered?

CPT J7518 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used in transplant recipients who cannot tolerate mycophenolate mofetil due to gastrointestinal side effects. Enteric-coated formulation. It is used by Transplant Surgery, Nephrology, Immunology.

When is CPT J7518 used?

Used in transplant recipients who cannot tolerate mycophenolate mofetil due to gastrointestinal side effects. Enteric-coated formulation.

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