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J3090 Injection tedizolid phosphate

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: tedizolid, Sivextro, oxazolidinone antibiotic

Tedizolid phosphate injection is a long-acting oxazolidinone antibiotic used for treatment of acute bacterial skin and soft tissue infections including Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.

In Plain Language

strong antibiotic injection; infection-fighting medication

Clinical Context

Indicated for acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections caused by susceptible organisms including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Administered intravenously or intramuscularly with broader spectrum coverage than linezolid.

RVU Information

CPT J3090 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

Infectious DiseaseDermatologyInternal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J3090?

CPT J3090 (Injection tedizolid phosphate) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Tedizolid phosphate injection is a long-acting oxazolidinone antibiotic used for treatment of acute bacterial skin and soft tissue infections including Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.

How is J3090 administered?

CPT J3090 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Indicated for acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections caused by susceptible organisms including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Administered intravenously or intramuscularly with broader spectrum coverage than linezolid. It is used by Infectious Disease, Dermatology, Internal Medicine.

When is CPT J3090 used?

Indicated for acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections caused by susceptible organisms including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Administered intravenously or intramuscularly with broader spectrum coverage than linezolid.

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