J0696 Ceftriaxone sodium injection
Also known as: ceftriaxone, Rocephin, 3rd-generation cephalosporin
Ceftriaxone sodium injection, a third-generation cephalosporin with broad spectrum for serious infections including meningitis.
In Plain Language
powerful antibiotic injection; serious infection treatment
Clinical Context
Third-generation cephalosporin with excellent cerebrospinal fluid penetration, making it preferred for meningitis. Also used for pneumonia, endocarditis, gonorrhea, and other serious infections.
RVU Information
CPT J0696 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 J0696?
CPT J0696 (Ceftriaxone sodium injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Ceftriaxone sodium injection, a third-generation cephalosporin with broad spectrum for serious infections including meningitis.
How is J0696 administered?
CPT J0696 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Third-generation cephalosporin with excellent cerebrospinal fluid penetration, making it preferred for meningitis. Also used for pneumonia, endocarditis, gonorrhea, and other serious infections. It is used by infectious disease, critical care, neurology.
When is CPT J0696 used?
Third-generation cephalosporin with excellent cerebrospinal fluid penetration, making it preferred for meningitis. Also used for pneumonia, endocarditis, gonorrhea, and other serious infections.
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