J9308 Injection, ramucirumab
Also known as: ramucirumab, Cyramza
Injection of ramucirumab, a vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 monoclonal antibody. Angiogenesis inhibitor for solid tumors.
In Plain Language
cancer blood vessel injection; angiogenesis inhibitor
Clinical Context
Used for gastric cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, and colorectal cancer. Inhibits tumor angiogenesis and vascular endothelial growth factor signaling.
RVU Information
CPT J9308 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 J9308?
CPT J9308 (Injection, ramucirumab) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of ramucirumab, a vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 monoclonal antibody. Angiogenesis inhibitor for solid tumors.
How is J9308 administered?
CPT J9308 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for gastric cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, and colorectal cancer. Inhibits tumor angiogenesis and vascular endothelial growth factor signaling. It is used by Oncology, Gastroenterology, Pulmonology.
When is CPT J9308 used?
Used for gastric cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, and colorectal cancer. Inhibits tumor angiogenesis and vascular endothelial growth factor signaling.
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