J2291 Injection, nafcillin (baxter) 20mg
Also known as: nafcillin, Baxter nafcillin
Injection of nafcillin (Baxter brand), 20 milligrams. A beta-lactam antibiotic from a specific manufacturer.
In Plain Language
staphylococcal infection treatment
Clinical Context
Identical clinical use to standard nafcillin for Staphylococcus aureus infections. Baxter is a specific manufacturer of injectable nafcillin.
RVU Information
CPT J2291 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 J2291?
CPT J2291 (Injection, nafcillin (baxter) 20mg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of nafcillin (Baxter brand), 20 milligrams. A beta-lactam antibiotic from a specific manufacturer.
How is J2291 administered?
CPT J2291 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Identical clinical use to standard nafcillin for Staphylococcus aureus infections. Baxter is a specific manufacturer of injectable nafcillin. It is used by Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J2291 used?
Identical clinical use to standard nafcillin for Staphylococcus aureus infections. Baxter is a specific manufacturer of injectable nafcillin.
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