J1000 Depo-estradiol cypionate injection
Also known as: Depo-Estradiol, estradiol cypionate
Estradiol cypionate injection, a long-acting estrogen for hormone replacement therapy and management of menopause symptoms.
In Plain Language
Hormone injection for menopause
Clinical Context
Used for hormone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women to manage vasomotor symptoms and for estrogen-dependent conditions.
RVU Information
CPT J1000 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 J1000?
CPT J1000 (Depo-estradiol cypionate injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Estradiol cypionate injection, a long-acting estrogen for hormone replacement therapy and management of menopause symptoms.
How is J1000 administered?
CPT J1000 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for hormone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women to manage vasomotor symptoms and for estrogen-dependent conditions. It is used by Obstetrics/Gynecology, Endocrinology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1000 used?
Used for hormone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women to manage vasomotor symptoms and for estrogen-dependent conditions.
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