J0698 Cefotaxime sodium injection
Also known as: cefotaxime, Claforan, 3rd-generation cephalosporin
Cefotaxime sodium injection, a third-generation cephalosporin with similar coverage to ceftriaxone for serious systemic infections.
In Plain Language
powerful antibiotic injection; serious infection treatment
Clinical Context
Third-generation cephalosporin for serious infections including meningitis, with excellent central nervous system penetration. Used for hospital-acquired and community-acquired serious infections.
RVU Information
CPT J0698 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 J0698?
CPT J0698 (Cefotaxime sodium injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Cefotaxime sodium injection, a third-generation cephalosporin with similar coverage to ceftriaxone for serious systemic infections.
How is J0698 administered?
CPT J0698 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Third-generation cephalosporin for serious infections including meningitis, with excellent central nervous system penetration. Used for hospital-acquired and community-acquired serious infections. It is used by infectious disease, critical care, neurology.
When is CPT J0698 used?
Third-generation cephalosporin for serious infections including meningitis, with excellent central nervous system penetration. Used for hospital-acquired and community-acquired serious infections.
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