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J9035

Bevacizumab

Brand: AvastinGeneric: Bevacizumab Genentech

NDC (11-digit)

31747-0591-01

NDC (10-digit)

31747-591-01

UOM

ML

JW/JZ Modifier

Required

Important: NDC billing requirements vary by payer and are updated periodically. Always verify with current CMS guidelines, payer-specific NDC policies, and the FDA NDC Directory. This information is for educational purposes only and does not guarantee payment or coding accuracy.

NDC Structure

Labeler Code

31747

Manufacturer/Labeler

Product Code

0591

Drug Product

Package Code

01

Package Size

Package SizeSingle-use vial, 16 mL
Dosage FormInjection, solution
Strength400 mg / 16 mL
RouteIntravenous (IV)
10-digit NDC31747-591-01
11-digit NDC31747-0591-01
Unit of MeasureML
Units per HCPCS10 mg per unit

Code Relationships

HCPCS / J Codes

J9035

J Codes

J9035

Common CPT Relationships

96413964159636596366

Typical Specialties

OncologyOphthalmologyGynecology

Documentation Requirements

  • Diagnosis supporting medical necessity (e.g., metastatic colorectal cancer)
  • Dose administered and route (IV)
  • Start and stop times for infusion
  • NDC in 11-digit format on claim
  • JW or JZ modifier for single-use vial

Common Billing Mistakes

  • Submitting NDC in 10-digit format instead of 11-digit
  • Incorrect unit calculation (J9035 = 10 mg per unit, not 1 mg)
  • Missing JW or JZ modifier for single-use vial
  • NDC does not match the product actually administered
  • Missing infusion start/stop times in documentation

Common Denials & Rejections

Denials

  • CO-16: Missing or invalid NDC
  • CO-50: Not medically necessary for diagnosis
  • CO-97: Drug bundled into chemotherapy administration
  • N130: Service not covered for this diagnosis

Rejections

  • NDC format error (must be 11-digit 5-4-2)
  • Missing JW/JZ modifier on single-use vial claim
  • Units exceed expected range for diagnosis

Related CARC Codes

CO-16CO-50CO-97CO-11

Related RARC Codes

N130N522M144

Related Modifiers

JWJZ2559

Related Payer Policies

  • Medicare NCD for bevacizumab (off-label use rules)
  • Most payers require NDC + JW/JZ for Part B
  • Commercial payers may require prior authorization for off-label uses