J1740 Ibandronate sodium injection
Also known as: ibandronate, Boniva, bisphosphonate
Ibandronate sodium injection. A bisphosphonate for osteoporosis and bone metastasis pain management.
In Plain Language
bone strength medication; osteoporosis treatment
Clinical Context
Used for osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and bone metastases causing pain. Intravenous administration with monitoring for osteonecrosis risk.
RVU Information
CPT J1740 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 J1740?
CPT J1740 (Ibandronate sodium injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Ibandronate sodium injection. A bisphosphonate for osteoporosis and bone metastasis pain management.
How is J1740 administered?
CPT J1740 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and bone metastases causing pain. Intravenous administration with monitoring for osteonecrosis risk. It is used by Rheumatology, Orthopedics, Oncology.
When is CPT J1740 used?
Used for osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and bone metastases causing pain. Intravenous administration with monitoring for osteonecrosis risk.
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