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J2406 Injection, oritavancin 10 milligrams

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: oritavancin, orbactiv

Injection of oritavancin (Orbactiv), 10 milligrams, a lipoglycopeptide antibiotic used for acute bacterial skin and soft tissue infections (ABSSSI).

In Plain Language

antibiotic injection; skin infection treatment

Clinical Context

Used to treat severe gram-positive bacterial infections including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), particularly in hospitalized patients.

RVU Information

CPT J2406 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

Infectious DiseaseSurgeryCritical Care

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J2406?

CPT J2406 (Injection, oritavancin 10 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of oritavancin (Orbactiv), 10 milligrams, a lipoglycopeptide antibiotic used for acute bacterial skin and soft tissue infections (ABSSSI).

How is J2406 administered?

CPT J2406 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used to treat severe gram-positive bacterial infections including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), particularly in hospitalized patients. It is used by Infectious Disease, Surgery, Critical Care.

When is CPT J2406 used?

Used to treat severe gram-positive bacterial infections including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), particularly in hospitalized patients.

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