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J9065 Injection cladribine per 1 milligrams

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: cladribine, Leustatin

Intravenous injection of cladribine, a purine nucleoside analog and adenosine deaminase-resistant nucleotide, dosed per 1 milligram.

In Plain Language

DNA-inhibiting cancer drug; leukemia treatment

Clinical Context

Used to treat hairy cell leukemia, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, and other lymphoproliferative disorders by inhibiting DNA synthesis.

RVU Information

CPT J9065 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

Hematology/OncologyMedical Oncology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J9065?

CPT J9065 (Injection cladribine per 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Intravenous injection of cladribine, a purine nucleoside analog and adenosine deaminase-resistant nucleotide, dosed per 1 milligram.

How is J9065 administered?

CPT J9065 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used to treat hairy cell leukemia, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, and other lymphoproliferative disorders by inhibiting DNA synthesis. It is used by Hematology/Oncology, Medical Oncology.

When is CPT J9065 used?

Used to treat hairy cell leukemia, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, and other lymphoproliferative disorders by inhibiting DNA synthesis.

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