J1455 Foscarnet sodium injection
Also known as: foscarnet, Foscavir
Foscarnet sodium injection. An antiherpesvirus nucleotide analog used for herpes and cytomegalovirus infections.
In Plain Language
herpes virus treatment; CMV infection medication
Clinical Context
Used for cytomegalovirus retinitis in immunocompromised patients, acyclovir-resistant herpes, and severe herpesvirus infections. Intravenous administration required.
RVU Information
CPT J1455 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 J1455?
CPT J1455 (Foscarnet sodium injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Foscarnet sodium injection. An antiherpesvirus nucleotide analog used for herpes and cytomegalovirus infections.
How is J1455 administered?
CPT J1455 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for cytomegalovirus retinitis in immunocompromised patients, acyclovir-resistant herpes, and severe herpesvirus infections. Intravenous administration required. It is used by Infectious Diseases, Ophthalmology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J1455 used?
Used for cytomegalovirus retinitis in immunocompromised patients, acyclovir-resistant herpes, and severe herpesvirus infections. Intravenous administration required.
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