HCPCS Q5117: Trastuzumab-anns (Kanjinti) Injection, 10 mg
HCPCS Level II code Q5117 designates a 10 mg unit of trastuzumab-anns, the biosimilar sold as Kanjinti, used for parenteral administration in oncology. This drug-level code is essential for accurate drug billing, inventory tracking, and payment for biologic therapies nationally, especially as biosimilars play an increasing role in cost-containment and access to monoclonal antibody treatments. Key payers in typical coverage analyses include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare.
Readers will find a concise overview of what Q5117 represents clinically and operationally, followed by benchmarking context and payer coverage considerations. The publication covers pricing and reimbursement benchmarks where available, typical sites of service for administration, and policy updates that affect biosimilar billing and coding. Clinical context on trastuzumab biosimilars, including common use cases and implications for infusion services, is also provided. Data not available in the input will be noted where applicable.
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Billing Code Overview
HCPCS Level II code Q5117 represents an injection of trastuzumab-anns, a biosimilar branded as Kanjinti, dosed per 10 mg units. The code denotes the drug product for infusion or injection used in oncology indications where trastuzumab therapy is appropriate.
Service Type: Therapeutic drug administration (trastuzumab biosimilar)
Typical Site of Service: Outpatient infusion center, hospital outpatient department, or clinic-based infusion suite