J1808 Injection, folic acid, 0.1 milligrams
Also known as: folic acid, vitamin B9
Injection of folic acid, 0.1 milligram. Used to treat or prevent folic acid deficiency and megaloblastic anemia.
In Plain Language
B vitamin injection; anemia treatment
Clinical Context
Used for folic acid deficiency, megaloblastic anemia, nutritional deficiency, and in chemotherapy regimens. Often given with other B vitamins in conjunction with vitamin B12.
RVU Information
CPT J1808 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 J1808?
CPT J1808 (Injection, folic acid, 0.1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of folic acid, 0.1 milligram. Used to treat or prevent folic acid deficiency and megaloblastic anemia.
How is J1808 administered?
CPT J1808 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for folic acid deficiency, megaloblastic anemia, nutritional deficiency, and in chemotherapy regimens. Often given with other B vitamins in conjunction with vitamin B12. It is used by Hematology, Oncology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1808 used?
Used for folic acid deficiency, megaloblastic anemia, nutritional deficiency, and in chemotherapy regimens. Often given with other B vitamins in conjunction with vitamin B12.
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