J8610 Methotrexate oral 2.5 milligrams
Also known as: Methotrexate, Oral MTX
Methotrexate administered orally at 2.5 milligrams per dose; a folate antagonist antimetabolite used for malignancies and autoimmune diseases.
In Plain Language
Cancer treatment pill; Autoimmune disease medication
Clinical Context
Used for leukemia, breast cancer, lymphoma, and autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. Inhibits dihydrofolate reductase.
RVU Information
CPT J8610 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 J8610?
CPT J8610 (Methotrexate oral 2.5 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Methotrexate administered orally at 2.5 milligrams per dose; a folate antagonist antimetabolite used for malignancies and autoimmune diseases.
How is J8610 administered?
CPT J8610 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for leukemia, breast cancer, lymphoma, and autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. Inhibits dihydrofolate reductase. It is used by Oncology, Rheumatology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J8610 used?
Used for leukemia, breast cancer, lymphoma, and autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. Inhibits dihydrofolate reductase.
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