J1955 Injection levocarnitine per 1 gm
Also known as: levocarnitine, L-carnitine
Injection of levocarnitine, 1 gram. An amino acid derivative used to treat carnitine deficiency.
In Plain Language
energy metabolism supplement; carnitine replacement
Clinical Context
Used for primary carnitine deficiency, secondary carnitine deficiency in dialysis patients, and organic acidemias. Carnitine is essential for fatty acid oxidation and energy metabolism.
RVU Information
CPT J1955 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 J1955?
CPT J1955 (Injection levocarnitine per 1 gm) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of levocarnitine, 1 gram. An amino acid derivative used to treat carnitine deficiency.
How is J1955 administered?
CPT J1955 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for primary carnitine deficiency, secondary carnitine deficiency in dialysis patients, and organic acidemias. Carnitine is essential for fatty acid oxidation and energy metabolism. It is used by Nephrology, Genetics, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1955 used?
Used for primary carnitine deficiency, secondary carnitine deficiency in dialysis patients, and organic acidemias. Carnitine is essential for fatty acid oxidation and energy metabolism.
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