J0578 Injection brixadi, more than 7 day
Also known as: brixadi, buprenorphine monthly, bup injection
Brixadi injection, more than 7 days duration, a long-acting buprenorphine formulation for subcutaneous administration in opioid use disorder maintenance.
In Plain Language
long-acting buprenorphine injection; monthly opioid replacement shot
Clinical Context
Extended-release subcutaneous buprenorphine injection providing therapeutic levels for up to 1 month (28 days), significantly improving adherence and treatment retention in opioid use disorder.
RVU Information
CPT J0578 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 J0578?
CPT J0578 (Injection brixadi, more than 7 day) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Brixadi injection, more than 7 days duration, a long-acting buprenorphine formulation for subcutaneous administration in opioid use disorder maintenance.
How is J0578 administered?
CPT J0578 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Extended-release subcutaneous buprenorphine injection providing therapeutic levels for up to 1 month (28 days), significantly improving adherence and treatment retention in opioid use disorder. It is used by addiction medicine, primary care, psychiatry.
When is CPT J0578 used?
Extended-release subcutaneous buprenorphine injection providing therapeutic levels for up to 1 month (28 days), significantly improving adherence and treatment retention in opioid use disorder.
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