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J9171

Docetaxel

Brand: TaxotereGeneric: Docetaxel Sanofi

NDC (11-digit)

76125-0101-20

NDC (10-digit)

76125-101-20

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

76125

Manufacturer/Labeler

Product Code

0101

Drug Product

Package Code

20

Package Size

Package SizeSingle-use vial
Dosage FormInjection, solution
Strength20 mg / mL
RouteIntravenous (IV)
10-digit NDC76125-101-20
11-digit NDC76125-0101-20
Unit of MeasureML
Units per HCPCS1 mg per unit

Code Relationships

HCPCS / J Codes

J9171

J Codes

J9171

Common CPT Relationships

9641396415

Typical Specialties

Oncology

Documentation Requirements

  • Diagnosis supporting medical necessity (e.g., breast cancer, prostate 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

  • Incorrect unit calculation (J9171 = 1 mg per unit)
  • Missing JW or JZ modifier for single-use vial
  • NDC in wrong format

Common Denials & Rejections

Denials

  • CO-50: Not medically necessary
  • CO-16: Missing or invalid NDC

Rejections

  • NDC format error
  • Missing JW/JZ modifier

Related CARC Codes

CO-50CO-16

Related RARC Codes

N130

Related Modifiers

JWJZ

Related Payer Policies

  • Medicare covers for FDA-approved indications
  • Commercial payers may require prior authorization