J1834 Injection, isoniazid, 1 milligrams
Also known as: isoniazid, INH
Injection of isoniazid, 1 milligram. A first-line agent for tuberculosis treatment.
In Plain Language
tuberculosis medication; TB infection treatment
Clinical Context
Used as a component of multi-drug tuberculosis regimens. First-line agent for both latent and active tuberculosis infections. Often given with pyridoxine to prevent neuropathy.
RVU Information
CPT J1834 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 J1834?
CPT J1834 (Injection, isoniazid, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of isoniazid, 1 milligram. A first-line agent for tuberculosis treatment.
How is J1834 administered?
CPT J1834 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used as a component of multi-drug tuberculosis regimens. First-line agent for both latent and active tuberculosis infections. Often given with pyridoxine to prevent neuropathy. It is used by Infectious Disease, Pulmonology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1834 used?
Used as a component of multi-drug tuberculosis regimens. First-line agent for both latent and active tuberculosis infections. Often given with pyridoxine to prevent neuropathy.
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