J9261 Nelarabine injection
Also known as: nelarabine, Arranon
Intravenous injection of nelarabine, a purine nucleoside analog used for T-cell malignancies.
In Plain Language
T-cell leukemia drug; DNA-inhibiting cancer therapy
Clinical Context
Used for relapsed or refractory T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia and T-cell lymphomas.
RVU Information
CPT J9261 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 J9261?
CPT J9261 (Nelarabine injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Intravenous injection of nelarabine, a purine nucleoside analog used for T-cell malignancies.
How is J9261 administered?
CPT J9261 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for relapsed or refractory T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia and T-cell lymphomas. It is used by Hematology/Oncology, Medical Oncology.
When is CPT J9261 used?
Used for relapsed or refractory T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia and T-cell lymphomas.
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