J1941 Injection, furoscix, 20 milligrams
Also known as: Furoscix, subcutaneous furosemide
Injection of Furoscix (subcutaneous furosemide), 20 milligrams. A subcutaneously-administered loop diuretic.
In Plain Language
under-the-skin water pill; home diuretic therapy
Clinical Context
Used for chronic heart failure management, can be administered in home or outpatient settings. Subcutaneous administration avoids IV access and enables chronic diuretic therapy.
RVU Information
CPT J1941 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 J1941?
CPT J1941 (Injection, furoscix, 20 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of Furoscix (subcutaneous furosemide), 20 milligrams. A subcutaneously-administered loop diuretic.
How is J1941 administered?
CPT J1941 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for chronic heart failure management, can be administered in home or outpatient settings. Subcutaneous administration avoids IV access and enables chronic diuretic therapy. It is used by Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Home Health.
When is CPT J1941 used?
Used for chronic heart failure management, can be administered in home or outpatient settings. Subcutaneous administration avoids IV access and enables chronic diuretic therapy.
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