J9056 Injection, vivimusta, 1 milligrams
Also known as: vivimustine, Mustargen VI
Intravenous injection of vivimustine (Mustargen VI), a nitrogen mustard chemotherapy agent, dosed per 1 milligram.
In Plain Language
DNA-damaging alkylating cancer drug; mechlorethamine derivative
Clinical Context
Used to treat certain hematologic malignancies, particularly Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphomas.
RVU Information
CPT J9056 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 J9056?
CPT J9056 (Injection, vivimusta, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Intravenous injection of vivimustine (Mustargen VI), a nitrogen mustard chemotherapy agent, dosed per 1 milligram.
How is J9056 administered?
CPT J9056 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used to treat certain hematologic malignancies, particularly Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphomas. It is used by Hematology/Oncology, Medical Oncology.
When is CPT J9056 used?
Used to treat certain hematologic malignancies, particularly Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphomas.
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