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J1212 Dimethyl sulfoxide 50% 50 milliliters

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: DMSO, dimethyl sulfoxide

Dimethyl sulfoxide 50% solution supplied in 50 milliliter units, a membrane penetrant and anti-inflammatory agent.

In Plain Language

Penetrating anti-inflammatory solution

Clinical Context

Used for treatment of interstitial cystitis and other inflammatory conditions with anti-inflammatory and membrane-penetrating properties.

RVU Information

CPT J1212 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

UrologyRheumatologyInternal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J1212?

CPT J1212 (Dimethyl sulfoxide 50% 50 milliliters) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Dimethyl sulfoxide 50% solution supplied in 50 milliliter units, a membrane penetrant and anti-inflammatory agent.

How is J1212 administered?

CPT J1212 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for treatment of interstitial cystitis and other inflammatory conditions with anti-inflammatory and membrane-penetrating properties. It is used by Urology, Rheumatology, Internal Medicine.

When is CPT J1212 used?

Used for treatment of interstitial cystitis and other inflammatory conditions with anti-inflammatory and membrane-penetrating properties.

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.