J2515 Pentobarbital sodium injection
Also known as: pentobarbital, nembutal
Injection of pentobarbital sodium, a short-acting barbiturate used as a sedative-hypnotic and for emergency seizure management.
In Plain Language
sedative medication; seizure medicine
Clinical Context
Used rarely in modern practice for acute seizure management, acute agitation, and as an adjunct in critical care settings.
RVU Information
CPT J2515 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 J2515?
CPT J2515 (Pentobarbital sodium injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of pentobarbital sodium, a short-acting barbiturate used as a sedative-hypnotic and for emergency seizure management.
How is J2515 administered?
CPT J2515 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used rarely in modern practice for acute seizure management, acute agitation, and as an adjunct in critical care settings. It is used by Neurology, Critical Care, Anesthesiology.
When is CPT J2515 used?
Used rarely in modern practice for acute seizure management, acute agitation, and as an adjunct in critical care settings.
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