J1120 Acetazolamid sodium injectio
Also known as: Diamox sodium, acetazolamide IV
Acetazolamide sodium injection, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor for treatment of glaucoma, altitude sickness, and metabolic acidosis.
In Plain Language
Water pill for glaucoma and altitude sickness
Clinical Context
Used for acute angle-closure glaucoma, acute mountain sickness, and familial periodic paralysis with diuretic and intraocular pressure reducing effects.
RVU Information
CPT J1120 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 J1120?
CPT J1120 (Acetazolamid sodium injectio) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Acetazolamide sodium injection, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor for treatment of glaucoma, altitude sickness, and metabolic acidosis.
How is J1120 administered?
CPT J1120 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute angle-closure glaucoma, acute mountain sickness, and familial periodic paralysis with diuretic and intraocular pressure reducing effects. It is used by Ophthalmology, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine.
When is CPT J1120 used?
Used for acute angle-closure glaucoma, acute mountain sickness, and familial periodic paralysis with diuretic and intraocular pressure reducing effects.
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