J2510 Penicillin g procaine injection
Also known as: penicillin G procaine, bicillin
Injection of penicillin G procaine, a combination of penicillin G and procaine (local anesthetic) for intramuscular antibiotic treatment of bacterial infections.
In Plain Language
long-acting penicillin injection; antibiotic
Clinical Context
Used for syphilis, group A streptococcal infections, and other susceptible bacterial infections, particularly in outpatient settings requiring intramuscular administration.
RVU Information
CPT J2510 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 J2510?
CPT J2510 (Penicillin g procaine injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of penicillin G procaine, a combination of penicillin G and procaine (local anesthetic) for intramuscular antibiotic treatment of bacterial infections.
How is J2510 administered?
CPT J2510 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for syphilis, group A streptococcal infections, and other susceptible bacterial infections, particularly in outpatient settings requiring intramuscular administration. It is used by Infectious Disease, Dermatology.
When is CPT J2510 used?
Used for syphilis, group A streptococcal infections, and other susceptible bacterial infections, particularly in outpatient settings requiring intramuscular administration.
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