J0840 Crotalidae poly immune fab
Also known as: CroFab antivenom, polyvalent antivenom
Crotalidae polyvalent immune fab antivenom injection, derived from immunized sheep serum for treatment of North American pit viper venom envenomation.
In Plain Language
Snake bite antidote for pit vipers
Clinical Context
Used emergently for symptomatic envenomation from North American crotalid snakes (pit vipers, rattlesnakes, copperheads, cottonmouths).
RVU Information
CPT J0840 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 J0840?
CPT J0840 (Crotalidae poly immune fab) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Crotalidae polyvalent immune fab antivenom injection, derived from immunized sheep serum for treatment of North American pit viper venom envenomation.
How is J0840 administered?
CPT J0840 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used emergently for symptomatic envenomation from North American crotalid snakes (pit vipers, rattlesnakes, copperheads, cottonmouths). It is used by Emergency Medicine, Toxicology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J0840 used?
Used emergently for symptomatic envenomation from North American crotalid snakes (pit vipers, rattlesnakes, copperheads, cottonmouths).
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