J2540 Penicillin g potassium injection
Also known as: penicillin G, PCN-G, aqueous penicillin
Injection of penicillin G potassium, an aqueous solution of the beta-lactam antibiotic used for broad-spectrum bacterial infection treatment.
In Plain Language
intravenous antibiotic; broad-spectrum infection treatment
Clinical Context
Used intravenously for serious systemic infections including meningitis, endocarditis, and other severe gram-positive and anaerobic infections.
RVU Information
CPT J2540 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 J2540?
CPT J2540 (Penicillin g potassium injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of penicillin G potassium, an aqueous solution of the beta-lactam antibiotic used for broad-spectrum bacterial infection treatment.
How is J2540 administered?
CPT J2540 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used intravenously for serious systemic infections including meningitis, endocarditis, and other severe gram-positive and anaerobic infections. It is used by Infectious Disease, Critical Care.
When is CPT J2540 used?
Used intravenously for serious systemic infections including meningitis, endocarditis, and other severe gram-positive and anaerobic infections.
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