J2543 Piperacillin/tazobactam
Also known as: piperacillin/tazobactam, zosyn, pip/tazo
Injection of piperacillin/tazobactam, a combination of extended-spectrum penicillin and beta-lactamase inhibitor for broad-spectrum bacterial infection coverage.
In Plain Language
broad-spectrum antibiotic combination
Clinical Context
Used for empiric therapy of polymicrobial infections, hospital-acquired pneumonia, complex urinary tract infections, and intra-abdominal infections.
RVU Information
CPT J2543 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 J2543?
CPT J2543 (Piperacillin/tazobactam) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of piperacillin/tazobactam, a combination of extended-spectrum penicillin and beta-lactamase inhibitor for broad-spectrum bacterial infection coverage.
How is J2543 administered?
CPT J2543 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for empiric therapy of polymicrobial infections, hospital-acquired pneumonia, complex urinary tract infections, and intra-abdominal infections. It is used by Infectious Disease, Surgery, Critical Care.
When is CPT J2543 used?
Used for empiric therapy of polymicrobial infections, hospital-acquired pneumonia, complex urinary tract infections, and intra-abdominal infections.
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