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J2597 Injection desmopressin acetate

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: desmopressin, ddavp, stimate

Injection of desmopressin acetate (DDAVP, Stimate), a synthetic analog of vasopressin used for central diabetes insipidus, nocturnal enuresis, and hemostasis.

In Plain Language

water-regulating hormone; bleeding prevention

Clinical Context

Used for management of central diabetes insipidus, nocturnal polyuria, and as hemostatic agent for von Willebrand disease and mild hemophilia A.

RVU Information

CPT J2597 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

EndocrinologyHematologyUrology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J2597?

CPT J2597 (Injection desmopressin acetate) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of desmopressin acetate (DDAVP, Stimate), a synthetic analog of vasopressin used for central diabetes insipidus, nocturnal enuresis, and hemostasis.

How is J2597 administered?

CPT J2597 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for management of central diabetes insipidus, nocturnal polyuria, and as hemostatic agent for von Willebrand disease and mild hemophilia A. It is used by Endocrinology, Hematology, Urology.

When is CPT J2597 used?

Used for management of central diabetes insipidus, nocturnal polyuria, and as hemostatic agent for von Willebrand disease and mild hemophilia A.

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