J1642 Injection heparin sodium per 10 u
Also known as: heparin, unfractionated heparin, UFH
Heparin sodium injection, per 10 units. An anticoagulant for thromboembolism prevention and treatment.
In Plain Language
blood thinner injection; clot prevention medication
Clinical Context
Used for acute thromboembolism treatment, thromboprophylaxis, and anticoagulation. Intravenous or subcutaneous administration with activated partial thromboplastin time monitoring.
RVU Information
CPT J1642 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 J1642?
CPT J1642 (Injection heparin sodium per 10 u) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Heparin sodium injection, per 10 units. An anticoagulant for thromboembolism prevention and treatment.
How is J1642 administered?
CPT J1642 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute thromboembolism treatment, thromboprophylaxis, and anticoagulation. Intravenous or subcutaneous administration with activated partial thromboplastin time monitoring. It is used by Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Hematology.
When is CPT J1642 used?
Used for acute thromboembolism treatment, thromboprophylaxis, and anticoagulation. Intravenous or subcutaneous administration with activated partial thromboplastin time monitoring.
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