J1451 Fomepizole, 15 milligrams
Also known as: fomepizole, Antizol
Fomepizole injection, 15 milligrams. An alcohol dehydrogenase inhibitor for ethylene glycol or methanol poisoning treatment.
In Plain Language
poison antidote; toxic alcohol treatment
Clinical Context
Used for acute ethylene glycol (antifreeze) or methanol poisoning. Inhibits alcohol dehydrogenase to prevent toxic metabolite formation.
RVU Information
CPT J1451 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 J1451?
CPT J1451 (Fomepizole, 15 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Fomepizole injection, 15 milligrams. An alcohol dehydrogenase inhibitor for ethylene glycol or methanol poisoning treatment.
How is J1451 administered?
CPT J1451 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute ethylene glycol (antifreeze) or methanol poisoning. Inhibits alcohol dehydrogenase to prevent toxic metabolite formation. It is used by Emergency Medicine, Toxicology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J1451 used?
Used for acute ethylene glycol (antifreeze) or methanol poisoning. Inhibits alcohol dehydrogenase to prevent toxic metabolite formation.
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