Q5153 Injection, aflibercept-yszy, 1 milligrams
Also known as: aflibercept biosimilar, Vabysmo, anti-VEGF, VEGF inhibitor
Injection of aflibercept-yszy (Vabysmo), a biosimilar to aflibercept, administered at 1 milligram per dose.
In Plain Language
eye injection; diabetic eye disease treatment; retinal medication
Clinical Context
Used for diabetic macular edema and wet age-related macular degeneration. Administered as intravitreal injection for treatment of retinal vascular diseases.
RVU Information
CPT Q5153 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 Q5153?
CPT Q5153 (Injection, aflibercept-yszy, 1 milligrams) is a Q Codes code. Injection of aflibercept-yszy (Vabysmo), a biosimilar to aflibercept, administered at 1 milligram per dose.
Is Q5153 covered by insurance?
Q5153 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Used for diabetic macular edema and wet age-related macular degeneration. Administered as intravitreal injection for treatment of retinal vascular diseases.
When is CPT Q5153 used?
Used for diabetic macular edema and wet age-related macular degeneration. Administered as intravitreal injection for treatment of retinal vascular diseases.
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