J2560 Phenobarbital sodium injection
Also known as: phenobarbital, luminal
Injection of phenobarbital sodium, a long-acting barbiturate used for chronic seizure management and emergency seizure control.
In Plain Language
seizure prevention; long-acting sedative
Clinical Context
Used for maintenance seizure prophylaxis in epilepsy and as emergency anticonvulsant in status epilepticus and acute seizure management.
RVU Information
CPT J2560 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 J2560?
CPT J2560 (Phenobarbital sodium injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of phenobarbital sodium, a long-acting barbiturate used for chronic seizure management and emergency seizure control.
How is J2560 administered?
CPT J2560 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for maintenance seizure prophylaxis in epilepsy and as emergency anticonvulsant in status epilepticus and acute seizure management. It is used by Neurology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J2560 used?
Used for maintenance seizure prophylaxis in epilepsy and as emergency anticonvulsant in status epilepticus and acute seizure management.
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