Instillation of Anti-Neoplastic Pharmacologic/Biologic Agent Into Renal Pelvis (APC 1551) Effective October 1, 2023, CMS established HCPCS code C9789 (Instillation of anti-neoplastic pharmacologic/biologic agent into renal pelvis, any method, including all imaging guidance, including volumetric measurement if performed) and assigned it to APC 1559 (New TechnologyLevel 22 ($2001-$2500)), with a payment rate of $2,250.50 based on our review of the clinical and resource characteristics of this service
It works by calming down an enzyme (NNMT) that slows the metabolism in people with obesity, diabetes, or aging
So, its still like, I hate to say, a dark market kind of thing or black market kind of thing, but thats kind of like what it seems like right now
Medical Assistants typically have broader responsibilities, including giving injections under the supervision of doctors or nurses
If you're forgetful, or circumstances make it hard for you to stick with it, the injections may be the better way to go
