96542 Chemotherapy injection
Also known as: Chemo injection, Subcutaneous chemotherapy, Intramuscular chemo
Chemotherapy injection by subcutaneous, intradermal, intramuscular, intracavitary, or intra-arterial injection route for cancer treatment agents.
Clinical Context
Used for systemic chemotherapy administration via non-intravenous routes. Common for certain biologic agents and targeted therapies.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.75 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.21 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.06 |
| Total RVU | 4.02 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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