J1050 Medroxyprogesterone acetate
Also known as: Depo-Provera, medroxyprogesterone
Medroxyprogesterone acetate injection, a long-acting progestin for contraception and hormone replacement therapy.
In Plain Language
Long-acting birth control injection
Clinical Context
Used for contraception with extended efficacy and for hormone replacement in menopausal women or those with progesterone deficiency.
RVU Information
CPT J1050 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 J1050?
CPT J1050 (Medroxyprogesterone acetate) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Medroxyprogesterone acetate injection, a long-acting progestin for contraception and hormone replacement therapy.
How is J1050 administered?
CPT J1050 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for contraception with extended efficacy and for hormone replacement in menopausal women or those with progesterone deficiency. It is used by Obstetrics/Gynecology, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1050 used?
Used for contraception with extended efficacy and for hormone replacement in menopausal women or those with progesterone deficiency.
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