J2501 Paricalcitol
Also known as: paricalcitol, zemplar, 19-nor-1,25-(OH)2D2
Injection of paricalcitol (Zemplar), a selective vitamin D receptor activator used for treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism in chronic kidney disease.
In Plain Language
parathyroid hormone controller; vitamin D medication
Clinical Context
Administered intravenously or orally to patients with chronic kidney disease stages 3-5 to suppress parathyroid hormone (PTH) and regulate calcium-phosphate metabolism.
RVU Information
CPT J2501 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 J2501?
CPT J2501 (Paricalcitol) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of paricalcitol (Zemplar), a selective vitamin D receptor activator used for treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism in chronic kidney disease.
How is J2501 administered?
CPT J2501 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Administered intravenously or orally to patients with chronic kidney disease stages 3-5 to suppress parathyroid hormone (PTH) and regulate calcium-phosphate metabolism. It is used by Nephrology, Endocrinology.
When is CPT J2501 used?
Administered intravenously or orally to patients with chronic kidney disease stages 3-5 to suppress parathyroid hormone (PTH) and regulate calcium-phosphate metabolism.
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