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J1632 Injection., brexanolone, 1 milligrams

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: brexanolone, Zulresso

Brexanolone injection, 1 milligram. An FDA-approved neuroactive steroid for postpartum depression treatment.

In Plain Language

postpartum depression treatment; mood-stabilizing hormone

Clinical Context

Used for moderate-to-severe postpartum depression in women. Intravenous continuous infusion over 60 hours with psychiatric monitoring during infusion.

RVU Information

CPT J1632 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

PsychiatryOB/GYNInternal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J1632?

CPT J1632 (Injection., brexanolone, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Brexanolone injection, 1 milligram. An FDA-approved neuroactive steroid for postpartum depression treatment.

How is J1632 administered?

CPT J1632 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for moderate-to-severe postpartum depression in women. Intravenous continuous infusion over 60 hours with psychiatric monitoring during infusion. It is used by Psychiatry, OB/GYN, Internal Medicine.

When is CPT J1632 used?

Used for moderate-to-severe postpartum depression in women. Intravenous continuous infusion over 60 hours with psychiatric monitoring during infusion.

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