J8612 Oral methotrexate (xatmep)
Also known as: Xatmep, Methotrexate Xatmep
Methotrexate (Xatmep brand) administered orally; a folate antagonist antimetabolite for malignancies and autoimmune diseases.
In Plain Language
Cancer treatment pill; Autoimmune disease medication
Clinical Context
Xatmep is a branded oral solution formulation of methotrexate used for leukemia and autoimmune conditions. Alternate branded option.
RVU Information
CPT J8612 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 J8612?
CPT J8612 (Oral methotrexate (xatmep)) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Methotrexate (Xatmep brand) administered orally; a folate antagonist antimetabolite for malignancies and autoimmune diseases.
How is J8612 administered?
CPT J8612 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Xatmep is a branded oral solution formulation of methotrexate used for leukemia and autoimmune conditions. Alternate branded option. It is used by Oncology, Rheumatology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J8612 used?
Xatmep is a branded oral solution formulation of methotrexate used for leukemia and autoimmune conditions. Alternate branded option.
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