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J9330 Temsirolimus injection

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: temsirolimus, Torisel

Injection of temsirolimus, a mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) inhibitor. Used for renal cell carcinoma and lymphoma.

In Plain Language

kidney cancer injection; immunosuppressive cancer drug

Clinical Context

First-line therapy for advanced renal cell carcinoma. Also used for relapsed/refractory mantle cell lymphoma.

RVU Information

CPT J9330 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

OncologyUrologyHematology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J9330?

CPT J9330 (Temsirolimus injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of temsirolimus, a mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) inhibitor. Used for renal cell carcinoma and lymphoma.

How is J9330 administered?

CPT J9330 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. First-line therapy for advanced renal cell carcinoma. Also used for relapsed/refractory mantle cell lymphoma. It is used by Oncology, Urology, Hematology.

When is CPT J9330 used?

First-line therapy for advanced renal cell carcinoma. Also used for relapsed/refractory mantle cell lymphoma.

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