J2210 Methylergonovin maleate injection
Also known as: methylergonovine, Methergine
Injection of methylergonovine maleate. An ergot alkaloid for uterine contraction in obstetrics.
In Plain Language
uterine contraction medication; postpartum medication
Clinical Context
Used to treat or prevent postpartum hemorrhage by causing uterine contraction. Administered after delivery of baby and usually after delivery of placenta.
RVU Information
CPT J2210 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 J2210?
CPT J2210 (Methylergonovin maleate injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of methylergonovine maleate. An ergot alkaloid for uterine contraction in obstetrics.
How is J2210 administered?
CPT J2210 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used to treat or prevent postpartum hemorrhage by causing uterine contraction. Administered after delivery of baby and usually after delivery of placenta. It is used by Obstetrics/Gynecology, Midwifery.
When is CPT J2210 used?
Used to treat or prevent postpartum hemorrhage by causing uterine contraction. Administered after delivery of baby and usually after delivery of placenta.
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