J2252 Injection midazolam in 0.8% nacl
Also known as: midazolam in 0.8% NaCl
Injection of midazolam in 0.8% sodium chloride. Midazolam solution in hypotonic saline.
In Plain Language
sedation medication in salt solution
Clinical Context
Used for procedural sedation with midazolam in alternative saline concentration. Provides same sedative effect with different osmolarity profile.
RVU Information
CPT J2252 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 J2252?
CPT J2252 (Injection midazolam in 0.8% nacl) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of midazolam in 0.8% sodium chloride. Midazolam solution in hypotonic saline.
How is J2252 administered?
CPT J2252 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for procedural sedation with midazolam in alternative saline concentration. Provides same sedative effect with different osmolarity profile. It is used by Anesthesiology, Gastroenterology.
When is CPT J2252 used?
Used for procedural sedation with midazolam in alternative saline concentration. Provides same sedative effect with different osmolarity profile.
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