J0278 Amikacin sulfate injection
Also known as: amikacin, Amikin
Amikacin sulfate injection, an aminoglycoside antibiotic for gram-negative bacterial infections.
In Plain Language
strong antibiotic injection; gram-negative bacteria treatment
Clinical Context
Intravenous aminoglycoside antibiotic used for serious gram-negative infections. Used in combination therapy for pseudomonas and other resistant organisms.
RVU Information
CPT J0278 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 J0278?
CPT J0278 (Amikacin sulfate injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Amikacin sulfate injection, an aminoglycoside antibiotic for gram-negative bacterial infections.
How is J0278 administered?
CPT J0278 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous aminoglycoside antibiotic used for serious gram-negative infections. Used in combination therapy for pseudomonas and other resistant organisms. It is used by Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine, Surgery.
When is CPT J0278 used?
Intravenous aminoglycoside antibiotic used for serious gram-negative infections. Used in combination therapy for pseudomonas and other resistant organisms.
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