J0248 Injection, remdesivir, 1 milligrams
Also known as: remdesivir, Veklury
Remdesivir injection 1 milligram, an antiviral nucleotide for severe COVID-19.
In Plain Language
COVID-19 antiviral medication; coronavirus treatment
Clinical Context
Intravenous antiviral nucleotide analog for treatment of severe COVID-19 in hospitalized patients. Inhibits viral ribonucleic acid-dependent ribonucleic acid polymerase.
RVU Information
CPT J0248 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
J-codes represent drugs administered by a healthcare provider (not self-administered). Documentation must include the drug name, dosage, route of administration, and medical necessity. Most payers require the National Drug Code (NDC) on the claim. Bill the appropriate administration code (96365-96379) in addition to the drug code.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code J0248?
CPT J0248 (Injection, remdesivir, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Remdesivir injection 1 milligram, an antiviral nucleotide for severe COVID-19.
How is J0248 administered?
CPT J0248 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous antiviral nucleotide analog for treatment of severe COVID-19 in hospitalized patients. Inhibits viral ribonucleic acid-dependent ribonucleic acid polymerase. It is used by Infectious Disease, Critical Care, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J0248 used?
Intravenous antiviral nucleotide analog for treatment of severe COVID-19 in hospitalized patients. Inhibits viral ribonucleic acid-dependent ribonucleic acid polymerase.
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