J3299 Injection xipere 1 milligrams
Also known as: xipere, triamcinolone acetonide, intravitreal steroid
Xipere 1 milligram injection is a novel therapeutic agent administered by intraocular injection for macular edema treatment.
In Plain Language
eye inflammation treatment; macular swelling injection
Clinical Context
Indicated for macular edema treatment via intravitreal injection. Long-acting corticosteroid formulation for retinal inflammation. Used in diabetic macular edema, retinal vein occlusion, and uveitic macular edema.
RVU Information
CPT J3299 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 J3299?
CPT J3299 (Injection xipere 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Xipere 1 milligram injection is a novel therapeutic agent administered by intraocular injection for macular edema treatment.
How is J3299 administered?
CPT J3299 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Indicated for macular edema treatment via intravitreal injection. Long-acting corticosteroid formulation for retinal inflammation. Used in diabetic macular edema, retinal vein occlusion, and uveitic macular edema. It is used by Ophthalmology, Retinal Specialists.
When is CPT J3299 used?
Indicated for macular edema treatment via intravitreal injection. Long-acting corticosteroid formulation for retinal inflammation. Used in diabetic macular edema, retinal vein occlusion, and uveitic macular edema.
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