J2248 Micafungin sodium injection
Also known as: micafungin, Mycamine
Injection of micafungin sodium. An echinocandin antifungal for Candida and Aspergillus infections.
In Plain Language
fungal infection injection; antifungal medication
Clinical Context
Used for invasive candidiasis, esophageal candidiasis, and prevention of Candida infections in stem cell transplant recipients. Excellent CNS penetration.
RVU Information
CPT J2248 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 J2248?
CPT J2248 (Micafungin sodium injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of micafungin sodium. An echinocandin antifungal for Candida and Aspergillus infections.
How is J2248 administered?
CPT J2248 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for invasive candidiasis, esophageal candidiasis, and prevention of Candida infections in stem cell transplant recipients. Excellent CNS penetration. It is used by Infectious Disease, Oncology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J2248 used?
Used for invasive candidiasis, esophageal candidiasis, and prevention of Candida infections in stem cell transplant recipients. Excellent CNS penetration.
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