replacement for J1565?

Does anyone know if there is a replacement code for J1565?

Thanks.

Dec 11th, 2012 - nmaguire 2,606

re: replacement for J1565?

Dec 11th, 2012 - youngblood 278

re: replacement for J1565?

That code was noted as deleted in 2009. Need to know the name of the drug to look further.

Dec 11th, 2012 - kbdane 7

re: replacement for J1565?

Then how do you code for that injection?

Dec 11th, 2012 - youngblood 278

re: replacement for J1565?

You have to find the new code for the drug

Dec 11th, 2012 - kbdane 7

re: replacement for J1565?

It's called "Synagis" - for premature babies, preventing RSV - Medimmune is the manufacturer. Does that help?

Dec 11th, 2012 - nmaguire 2,606

re: replacement for J1565?

http://www.bcbsms.com/com/bcbsms/apps/PolicySearch/views/ViewPolicy.php?&blank&action=viewPolicy&noprint=yes&path=%2Fpolicy%2Femed%2FRespiratory_Syncytial_Virus_(RSV)_Prevention.html&keywords=%3C!123-321!%3E&source=emed&page=id=169&me=index.php

Dec 11th, 2012 - youngblood 278

re: replacement for J1565?

Looks like it was re-classified as home injectable therapy S9562.
https://www.synagis.com/insurance-information.html