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J2426 Injection, invega sustenna, 1 milligrams

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: invega sustenna, paliperidone palmitate

Injection of paliperidone palmitate (Invega Sustenna), 1 milligram, a long-acting atypical antipsychotic used for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder.

In Plain Language

long-acting antipsychotic; psychiatric medication

Clinical Context

Administered as a monthly intramuscular injection for maintenance treatment of schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder in patients with stable symptoms.

RVU Information

CPT J2426 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

PsychiatryBehavioral Health

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J2426?

CPT J2426 (Injection, invega sustenna, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of paliperidone palmitate (Invega Sustenna), 1 milligram, a long-acting atypical antipsychotic used for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder.

How is J2426 administered?

CPT J2426 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Administered as a monthly intramuscular injection for maintenance treatment of schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder in patients with stable symptoms. It is used by Psychiatry, Behavioral Health.

When is CPT J2426 used?

Administered as a monthly intramuscular injection for maintenance treatment of schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder in patients with stable symptoms.

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