Q5151 Injection, eculizumab-aagh, 2 milligrams
Also known as: eculizumab biosimilar, C5 inhibitor, complement inhibitor
Injection of eculizumab-aagh (Empeglifercept), a biosimilar to eculizumab, administered at 2 milligrams per dose.
In Plain Language
immune disease treatment; rare disease medication; complement blocker
Clinical Context
Used for paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria and atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome. Administered intravenously as complement-mediated disease therapy. Inhibits terminal complement pathway.
RVU Information
CPT Q5151 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code Q5151?
CPT Q5151 (Injection, eculizumab-aagh, 2 milligrams) is a Q Codes code. Injection of eculizumab-aagh (Empeglifercept), a biosimilar to eculizumab, administered at 2 milligrams per dose.
Is Q5151 covered by insurance?
Q5151 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Used for paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria and atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome. Administered intravenously as complement-mediated disease therapy. Inhibits terminal complement pathway.
When is CPT Q5151 used?
Used for paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria and atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome. Administered intravenously as complement-mediated disease therapy. Inhibits terminal complement pathway.
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