J0390 Chloroquine injection
Also known as: chloroquine, Aralen
Chloroquine injection, an antimalarial and immunosuppressant for malaria and autoimmune diseases.
In Plain Language
malaria treatment; autoimmune disease medication
Clinical Context
Intravenous or intramuscular antimalarial with immunomodulatory properties. Historically used for malaria, also for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
RVU Information
CPT J0390 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 J0390?
CPT J0390 (Chloroquine injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Chloroquine injection, an antimalarial and immunosuppressant for malaria and autoimmune diseases.
How is J0390 administered?
CPT J0390 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous or intramuscular antimalarial with immunomodulatory properties. Historically used for malaria, also for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. It is used by Infectious Disease, Rheumatology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J0390 used?
Intravenous or intramuscular antimalarial with immunomodulatory properties. Historically used for malaria, also for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
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