J2950 Promazine hcl injection
Also known as: promazine, sparine
Injection of promazine hydrochloride (HCl), a first-generation phenothiazine antipsychotic used for psychotic agitation and acute behavioral disturbance.
In Plain Language
antipsychotic medication
Clinical Context
Used for acute management of psychotic symptoms and severe behavioral disturbance in schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.
RVU Information
CPT J2950 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 J2950?
CPT J2950 (Promazine hcl injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of promazine hydrochloride (HCl), a first-generation phenothiazine antipsychotic used for psychotic agitation and acute behavioral disturbance.
How is J2950 administered?
CPT J2950 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute management of psychotic symptoms and severe behavioral disturbance in schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. It is used by Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine.
When is CPT J2950 used?
Used for acute management of psychotic symptoms and severe behavioral disturbance in schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.
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