J1837 Injection, posaconazole, 1 milligrams
Also known as: posaconazole, Noxafil
Injection of posaconazole, 1 milligram. A broad-spectrum azole antifungal for invasive fungal infections.
In Plain Language
antifungal injection; serious fungal infection treatment
Clinical Context
Used for invasive aspergillosis, mucormycosis, and other serious fungal infections in immunocompromised patients. Superior CNS and lung penetration compared to some alternatives.
RVU Information
CPT J1837 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 J1837?
CPT J1837 (Injection, posaconazole, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of posaconazole, 1 milligram. A broad-spectrum azole antifungal for invasive fungal infections.
How is J1837 administered?
CPT J1837 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for invasive aspergillosis, mucormycosis, and other serious fungal infections in immunocompromised patients. Superior CNS and lung penetration compared to some alternatives. It is used by Infectious Disease, Oncology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1837 used?
Used for invasive aspergillosis, mucormycosis, and other serious fungal infections in immunocompromised patients. Superior CNS and lung penetration compared to some alternatives.
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