J8560 Etoposide oral 50 milligrams
Also known as: VePesid, Oral etoposide
Etoposide administered orally at 50 milligrams per dose; a topoisomerase II inhibitor chemotherapy drug used for various malignancies.
In Plain Language
Cancer treatment pill; Chemotherapy medication
Clinical Context
Used for small cell lung cancer, germ cell tumors, and lymphomas. Inhibits topoisomerase II enzyme leading to DNA strand breaks.
RVU Information
CPT J8560 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 J8560?
CPT J8560 (Etoposide oral 50 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Etoposide administered orally at 50 milligrams per dose; a topoisomerase II inhibitor chemotherapy drug used for various malignancies.
How is J8560 administered?
CPT J8560 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for small cell lung cancer, germ cell tumors, and lymphomas. Inhibits topoisomerase II enzyme leading to DNA strand breaks. It is used by Oncology, Internal Medicine, Pulmonology.
When is CPT J8560 used?
Used for small cell lung cancer, germ cell tumors, and lymphomas. Inhibits topoisomerase II enzyme leading to DNA strand breaks.
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