J2799 Injection, uzedy, 1 milligrams
Also known as: uzedy, aripiprazole monohydrate
Injection of aripiprazole monohydrate (Uzedy), 1 milligram, a long-acting intramuscular antipsychotic for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
In Plain Language
long-acting antipsychotic injection
Clinical Context
Administered monthly intramuscularly for maintenance treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder, and major depressive disorder.
RVU Information
CPT J2799 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 J2799?
CPT J2799 (Injection, uzedy, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of aripiprazole monohydrate (Uzedy), 1 milligram, a long-acting intramuscular antipsychotic for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
How is J2799 administered?
CPT J2799 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Administered monthly intramuscularly for maintenance treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder, and major depressive disorder. It is used by Psychiatry, Behavioral Health.
When is CPT J2799 used?
Administered monthly intramuscularly for maintenance treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder, and major depressive disorder.
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