J2919 Injection, methylpred sod succ 5mg
Also known as: methylprednisolone sodium succinate, solu-medrol
Injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate (Solu-Medrol), 5 milligrams, a corticosteroid used for anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects.
In Plain Language
anti-inflammatory steroid
Clinical Context
Used intravenously for acute inflammatory conditions, autoimmune disorders, severe allergic reactions, and spinal cord injury.
RVU Information
CPT J2919 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 J2919?
CPT J2919 (Injection, methylpred sod succ 5mg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate (Solu-Medrol), 5 milligrams, a corticosteroid used for anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects.
How is J2919 administered?
CPT J2919 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used intravenously for acute inflammatory conditions, autoimmune disorders, severe allergic reactions, and spinal cord injury. It is used by Emergency Medicine, Rheumatology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J2919 used?
Used intravenously for acute inflammatory conditions, autoimmune disorders, severe allergic reactions, and spinal cord injury.
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