J2472 Injection, pantoprazole sodium chl
Also known as: pantoprazole sodium chloride, pantoprazole
Injection of pantoprazole sodium chloride formulation, used for intravenous acid suppression and prevention of acid-related gastrointestinal complications.
In Plain Language
stomach acid medication
Clinical Context
Administered intravenously for acute gastric acid suppression in perioperative and critical care patients when oral proton pump inhibitor therapy is unavailable.
RVU Information
CPT J2472 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 J2472?
CPT J2472 (Injection, pantoprazole sodium chl) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of pantoprazole sodium chloride formulation, used for intravenous acid suppression and prevention of acid-related gastrointestinal complications.
How is J2472 administered?
CPT J2472 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Administered intravenously for acute gastric acid suppression in perioperative and critical care patients when oral proton pump inhibitor therapy is unavailable. It is used by Gastroenterology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J2472 used?
Administered intravenously for acute gastric acid suppression in perioperative and critical care patients when oral proton pump inhibitor therapy is unavailable.
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