J2290 Injection, nafcillin sodium, 20 milligrams
Also known as: nafcillin, Unipen
Injection of nafcillin sodium, 20 milligrams. A beta-lactam antibiotic for staphylococcal infections.
In Plain Language
staphylococcus infection treatment; penicillin-type antibiotic
Clinical Context
Used for serious Staphylococcus aureus infections including endocarditis and osteomyelitis. Stable against penicillinase but not MRSA.
RVU Information
CPT J2290 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 J2290?
CPT J2290 (Injection, nafcillin sodium, 20 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of nafcillin sodium, 20 milligrams. A beta-lactam antibiotic for staphylococcal infections.
How is J2290 administered?
CPT J2290 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for serious Staphylococcus aureus infections including endocarditis and osteomyelitis. Stable against penicillinase but not MRSA. It is used by Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J2290 used?
Used for serious Staphylococcus aureus infections including endocarditis and osteomyelitis. Stable against penicillinase but not MRSA.
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