J1439 Injection ferric carboxymaltos 1mg
Also known as: ferric carboxymaltose, iron complex
Ferric carboxymaltose injection, 1 milligram. An iron carbohydrate complex for rapid iron repletion in deficiency anemia.
In Plain Language
iron infusion; anemia treatment injection
Clinical Context
Used for iron deficiency anemia especially in chronic kidney disease and heart failure patients. Allows rapid iron repletion with less need for repeated transfusions.
RVU Information
CPT J1439 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 J1439?
CPT J1439 (Injection ferric carboxymaltos 1mg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Ferric carboxymaltose injection, 1 milligram. An iron carbohydrate complex for rapid iron repletion in deficiency anemia.
How is J1439 administered?
CPT J1439 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for iron deficiency anemia especially in chronic kidney disease and heart failure patients. Allows rapid iron repletion with less need for repeated transfusions. It is used by Hematology, Nephrology, Cardiology.
When is CPT J1439 used?
Used for iron deficiency anemia especially in chronic kidney disease and heart failure patients. Allows rapid iron repletion with less need for repeated transfusions.
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