J9600 Porfimer sodium injection
Also known as: porfimer sodium, Photofrin
Injection of porfimer sodium, a photosensitizing porphyrin derivative. Used for photodynamic therapy in advanced cancer.
In Plain Language
light-activated cancer drug; photodynamic therapy injection
Clinical Context
Used for obstructing esophageal and endobronchial cancers via photodynamic therapy. Activated by red light to produce singlet oxygen.
RVU Information
CPT J9600 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 J9600?
CPT J9600 (Porfimer sodium injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of porfimer sodium, a photosensitizing porphyrin derivative. Used for photodynamic therapy in advanced cancer.
How is J9600 administered?
CPT J9600 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for obstructing esophageal and endobronchial cancers via photodynamic therapy. Activated by red light to produce singlet oxygen. It is used by Oncology, Gastroenterology, Pulmonology.
When is CPT J9600 used?
Used for obstructing esophageal and endobronchial cancers via photodynamic therapy. Activated by red light to produce singlet oxygen.
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