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Q5120 Injection pegfilgrastim-bmez 0.5mg

Q Codes

Also known as: Pegfilgrastim-bmez, long-acting G-CSF

Injection of pegfilgrastim-bmez biosimilar per 0.5 milligram, a long-acting granulocyte-colony stimulating factor.

In Plain Language

extended white blood cell support; chemotherapy safety injection

Clinical Context

Used to prevent chemotherapy-induced neutropenia and support bone marrow recovery.

RVU Information

CPT Q5120 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.

Billing & Documentation

Q-codes are temporary HCPCS codes used when no permanent code exists. Coverage and reimbursement vary by payer and region. Document the clinical indication and medical necessity. These codes may be replaced by permanent codes in future HCPCS updates.

Specialties

OncologyHematologyInternal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code Q5120?

CPT Q5120 (Injection pegfilgrastim-bmez 0.5mg) is a Q Codes code. Injection of pegfilgrastim-bmez biosimilar per 0.5 milligram, a long-acting granulocyte-colony stimulating factor.

Is Q5120 covered by insurance?

Q5120 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Used to prevent chemotherapy-induced neutropenia and support bone marrow recovery.

When is CPT Q5120 used?

Used to prevent chemotherapy-induced neutropenia and support bone marrow recovery.

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