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J2407 Injection, oritavancin

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: oritavancin, orbactiv

Injection of oritavancin (Orbactiv), dosage per unit, a broad-spectrum lipoglycopeptide antibiotic for serious gram-positive bacterial infections.

In Plain Language

antibiotic for serious infections

Clinical Context

Employed for treatment of acute bacterial skin infections and soft tissue infections caused by resistant gram-positive organisms in acute care settings.

RVU Information

CPT J2407 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 DiseaseSurgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J2407?

CPT J2407 (Injection, oritavancin) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of oritavancin (Orbactiv), dosage per unit, a broad-spectrum lipoglycopeptide antibiotic for serious gram-positive bacterial infections.

How is J2407 administered?

CPT J2407 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Employed for treatment of acute bacterial skin infections and soft tissue infections caused by resistant gram-positive organisms in acute care settings. It is used by Infectious Disease, Surgery.

When is CPT J2407 used?

Employed for treatment of acute bacterial skin infections and soft tissue infections caused by resistant gram-positive organisms in acute care settings.

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