J1814 Injection. insulin (lyumjev)
Also known as: lyumjev, ultra-rapid insulin lispro
Injection of lyumjev (insulin lispro-aabc). An ultra-rapid-acting insulin analog with accelerated absorption kinetics.
In Plain Language
ultra-fast insulin injection; rapid-action diabetes medication
Clinical Context
Used for basal-bolus insulin therapy in type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Lyumjev has the fastest insulin onset among available insulins, with action beginning within 5-10 minutes.
RVU Information
CPT J1814 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 J1814?
CPT J1814 (Injection. insulin (lyumjev)) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of lyumjev (insulin lispro-aabc). An ultra-rapid-acting insulin analog with accelerated absorption kinetics.
How is J1814 administered?
CPT J1814 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for basal-bolus insulin therapy in type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Lyumjev has the fastest insulin onset among available insulins, with action beginning within 5-10 minutes. It is used by Endocrinology, Internal Medicine, Diabetes Management.
When is CPT J1814 used?
Used for basal-bolus insulin therapy in type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Lyumjev has the fastest insulin onset among available insulins, with action beginning within 5-10 minutes.
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