Q9978 – Netupitant 300 mg and palonosetron 0.5 mg
HCPCS Level II code · Q codes: Temporary Codes
HCPCS codeQ9978
- Long description
- Netupitant 300 mg and palonosetron 0.5 mg
- Short description
- Netupitant palonosetron oral
- Pricing indicator
51Drugs- Medicare coverage
DSpecial coverage instructions apply- BETOS category
O1EOther drugs- Cross reference
- J8655
- Added
- July 1, 2015
- Last change
- January 1, 2016 – No change
- Termination date
- December 31, 2015
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code Q9978?
Q9978 is a HCPCS Level II code for netupitant 300 mg and palonosetron 0.5 mg. It was discontinued on December 31, 2015.
Does Medicare cover Q9978?
The HCPCS file lists coverage code D: Special coverage instructions apply. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.
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