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J9309 Injection, polatuzumab vedotin 1mg

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: polatuzumab vedotin, Polivy

Injection of polatuzumab vedotin, 1 milligram. An antibody-drug conjugate targeting CD79b with a microtubule-disrupting payload.

In Plain Language

lymphoma injection; antibody-drug combination

Clinical Context

Used for relapsed/refractory B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma with bendamustine and rituximab. Provides durable response in refractory disease.

RVU Information

CPT J9309 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

OncologyHematologyImmunology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J9309?

CPT J9309 (Injection, polatuzumab vedotin 1mg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of polatuzumab vedotin, 1 milligram. An antibody-drug conjugate targeting CD79b with a microtubule-disrupting payload.

How is J9309 administered?

CPT J9309 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for relapsed/refractory B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma with bendamustine and rituximab. Provides durable response in refractory disease. It is used by Oncology, Hematology, Immunology.

When is CPT J9309 used?

Used for relapsed/refractory B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma with bendamustine and rituximab. Provides durable response in refractory disease.

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