J2804 Injection, rifampin, 1 milligrams
Also known as: rifampin, rifampicin
Injection of rifampin, 1 milligram, an antibiotic used for tuberculosis and other mycobacterial infections, particularly resistant tuberculosis.
In Plain Language
tuberculosis medication
Clinical Context
Used as part of combination therapy for tuberculosis and atypical mycobacterial infections in patients requiring intravenous administration.
RVU Information
CPT J2804 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 J2804?
CPT J2804 (Injection, rifampin, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of rifampin, 1 milligram, an antibiotic used for tuberculosis and other mycobacterial infections, particularly resistant tuberculosis.
How is J2804 administered?
CPT J2804 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used as part of combination therapy for tuberculosis and atypical mycobacterial infections in patients requiring intravenous administration. It is used by Infectious Disease, Pulmonology.
When is CPT J2804 used?
Used as part of combination therapy for tuberculosis and atypical mycobacterial infections in patients requiring intravenous administration.
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