J9267 Paclitaxel injection
Also known as: paclitaxel, Taxol
Injection of paclitaxel, a naturally occurring diterpene alkaloid. A microtubule-stabilizing chemotherapy agent.
In Plain Language
breast cancer injection; microtubule cancer drug
Clinical Context
Used for breast cancer (metastatic and adjuvant), ovarian cancer, lung cancer, and Kaposi sarcoma. First-line therapy for many solid tumors in combination regimens.
RVU Information
CPT J9267 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 J9267?
CPT J9267 (Paclitaxel injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of paclitaxel, a naturally occurring diterpene alkaloid. A microtubule-stabilizing chemotherapy agent.
How is J9267 administered?
CPT J9267 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for breast cancer (metastatic and adjuvant), ovarian cancer, lung cancer, and Kaposi sarcoma. First-line therapy for many solid tumors in combination regimens. It is used by Oncology, Gynecology, Pulmonology.
When is CPT J9267 used?
Used for breast cancer (metastatic and adjuvant), ovarian cancer, lung cancer, and Kaposi sarcoma. First-line therapy for many solid tumors in combination regimens.
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