J7527 Oral everolimus
Also known as: Zortress, Oral everolimus
Everolimus administered orally; a mammalian target of rapamycin inhibitor used as an immunosuppressive agent in organ transplant recipients.
In Plain Language
Transplant rejection prevention pill; Immunosuppressive medication
Clinical Context
Used in kidney and heart transplant recipients as part of immunosuppressive regimen. Provides anti-proliferative and immunosuppressive effects.
RVU Information
CPT J7527 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 J7527?
CPT J7527 (Oral everolimus) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Everolimus administered orally; a mammalian target of rapamycin inhibitor used as an immunosuppressive agent in organ transplant recipients.
How is J7527 administered?
CPT J7527 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used in kidney and heart transplant recipients as part of immunosuppressive regimen. Provides anti-proliferative and immunosuppressive effects. It is used by Transplant Surgery, Nephrology, Cardiothoracic Surgery.
When is CPT J7527 used?
Used in kidney and heart transplant recipients as part of immunosuppressive regimen. Provides anti-proliferative and immunosuppressive effects.
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