J1611 Injection glucagon hcl, fresenius
Also known as: glucagon Fresenius, emergency glucose
Glucagon hydrochloride injection (Fresenius formulation). A generic glucagon for severe hypoglycemia emergency treatment.
In Plain Language
blood sugar emergency treatment; hypoglycemia rescue
Clinical Context
Used for severe hypoglycemia emergency treatment in diabetic patients. Fresenius formulation with same therapeutic indication as reference product.
RVU Information
CPT J1611 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 J1611?
CPT J1611 (Injection glucagon hcl, fresenius) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Glucagon hydrochloride injection (Fresenius formulation). A generic glucagon for severe hypoglycemia emergency treatment.
How is J1611 administered?
CPT J1611 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for severe hypoglycemia emergency treatment in diabetic patients. Fresenius formulation with same therapeutic indication as reference product. It is used by Endocrinology, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1611 used?
Used for severe hypoglycemia emergency treatment in diabetic patients. Fresenius formulation with same therapeutic indication as reference product.
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