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J9150 Daunorubicin injection

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: daunorubicin, Cerubidine, daunomycin

Intravenous injection of daunorubicin, an anthracycline topoisomerase II inhibitor chemotherapy agent.

In Plain Language

red chemotherapy drug; DNA-damaging cancer drug

Clinical Context

Used for acute leukemias, particularly acute myeloid leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

RVU Information

CPT J9150 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 J9150?

CPT J9150 (Daunorubicin injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Intravenous injection of daunorubicin, an anthracycline topoisomerase II inhibitor chemotherapy agent.

How is J9150 administered?

CPT J9150 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute leukemias, particularly acute myeloid leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia. It is used by Hematology/Oncology, Medical Oncology.

When is CPT J9150 used?

Used for acute leukemias, particularly acute myeloid leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

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