J2810 Injection theophylline per 40 milligrams
Also known as: theophylline
Injection of theophylline, per 40 milligrams, a methylxanthine bronchodilator used for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) management.
In Plain Language
asthma and COPD medication
Clinical Context
Used intravenously for acute bronchospasm and airway obstruction in patients requiring rapid bronchodilation.
RVU Information
CPT J2810 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 J2810?
CPT J2810 (Injection theophylline per 40 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of theophylline, per 40 milligrams, a methylxanthine bronchodilator used for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) management.
How is J2810 administered?
CPT J2810 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used intravenously for acute bronchospasm and airway obstruction in patients requiring rapid bronchodilation. It is used by Pulmonology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J2810 used?
Used intravenously for acute bronchospasm and airway obstruction in patients requiring rapid bronchodilation.
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