J2798 Injection., perseris, 0.5 milligrams
Also known as: perseris, risperidone subcutaneous
Injection of risperidone long-acting (Perseris), 0.5 milligrams, a long-acting subcutaneous antipsychotic for schizophrenia.
In Plain Language
long-acting antipsychotic under-the-skin injection
Clinical Context
Administered subcutaneously monthly for maintenance treatment of schizophrenia with improved adherence.
RVU Information
CPT J2798 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 J2798?
CPT J2798 (Injection., perseris, 0.5 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of risperidone long-acting (Perseris), 0.5 milligrams, a long-acting subcutaneous antipsychotic for schizophrenia.
How is J2798 administered?
CPT J2798 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Administered subcutaneously monthly for maintenance treatment of schizophrenia with improved adherence. It is used by Psychiatry, Behavioral Health.
When is CPT J2798 used?
Administered subcutaneously monthly for maintenance treatment of schizophrenia with improved adherence.
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