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J2700 Oxacillin sodium injeciton

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: oxacillin, bactocill

Injection of oxacillin sodium (Bactocill), a beta-lactamase-resistant penicillin used for staphylococcal and streptococcal infections.

In Plain Language

antibiotic for staph infections

Clinical Context

Used for treatment of serious infections caused by methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) and streptococci.

RVU Information

CPT J2700 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

Infectious DiseaseSurgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J2700?

CPT J2700 (Oxacillin sodium injeciton) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of oxacillin sodium (Bactocill), a beta-lactamase-resistant penicillin used for staphylococcal and streptococcal infections.

How is J2700 administered?

CPT J2700 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for treatment of serious infections caused by methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) and streptococci. It is used by Infectious Disease, Surgery.

When is CPT J2700 used?

Used for treatment of serious infections caused by methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) and streptococci.

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.