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J7521 Tacrolim granules oral susp

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: Prograf granules, Tacrolimus suspension

Tacrolimus granules for oral suspension; a calcineurin inhibitor immunosuppressive agent used to prevent organ rejection in transplant recipients.

In Plain Language

Transplant rejection prevention liquid medication; Immunosuppressive suspension

Clinical Context

Used in kidney, heart, and liver transplant recipients. Provides flexibility for patients unable to swallow whole tablets. Dosed based on therapeutic drug monitoring.

RVU Information

CPT J7521 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 SurgeryNephrologyCardiothoracic Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J7521?

CPT J7521 (Tacrolim granules oral susp) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Tacrolimus granules for oral suspension; a calcineurin inhibitor immunosuppressive agent used to prevent organ rejection in transplant recipients.

How is J7521 administered?

CPT J7521 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used in kidney, heart, and liver transplant recipients. Provides flexibility for patients unable to swallow whole tablets. Dosed based on therapeutic drug monitoring. It is used by Transplant Surgery, Nephrology, Cardiothoracic Surgery.

When is CPT J7521 used?

Used in kidney, heart, and liver transplant recipients. Provides flexibility for patients unable to swallow whole tablets. Dosed based on therapeutic drug monitoring.

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