J2545 Pentamidine non-comp unit
Also known as: pentamidine, nebulized pentamidine
Injection of pentamidine isethionate, per unit dose, for prophylaxis and treatment of Pneumocystis pneumonia in non-compliant or intravenous patient populations.
In Plain Language
PCP prevention medication
Clinical Context
Administered intravenously or by inhalation for PCP prophylaxis in HIV-infected patients with CD4+ T-cell counts below 200 cells/mm3.
RVU Information
CPT J2545 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 J2545?
CPT J2545 (Pentamidine non-comp unit) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of pentamidine isethionate, per unit dose, for prophylaxis and treatment of Pneumocystis pneumonia in non-compliant or intravenous patient populations.
How is J2545 administered?
CPT J2545 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Administered intravenously or by inhalation for PCP prophylaxis in HIV-infected patients with CD4+ T-cell counts below 200 cells/mm3. It is used by Infectious Disease, Pulmonology.
When is CPT J2545 used?
Administered intravenously or by inhalation for PCP prophylaxis in HIV-infected patients with CD4+ T-cell counts below 200 cells/mm3.
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