J3379 Injection, valproate sod, 5 milligrams
Also known as: valproate sodium, Depakote, anticonvulsant
Valproate sodium 5 milligram injection is an anticonvulsant used for seizure management and migraine prevention.
In Plain Language
seizure medication; seizure prevention injection
Clinical Context
Used for acute seizure management and status epilepticus treatment via intravenous administration. Also used for migraine prevention and mood stabilization. Requires hepatic function monitoring and therapeutic drug level monitoring.
RVU Information
CPT J3379 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 J3379?
CPT J3379 (Injection, valproate sod, 5 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Valproate sodium 5 milligram injection is an anticonvulsant used for seizure management and migraine prevention.
How is J3379 administered?
CPT J3379 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute seizure management and status epilepticus treatment via intravenous administration. Also used for migraine prevention and mood stabilization. Requires hepatic function monitoring and therapeutic drug level monitoring. It is used by Neurology, Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine.
When is CPT J3379 used?
Used for acute seizure management and status epilepticus treatment via intravenous administration. Also used for migraine prevention and mood stabilization. Requires hepatic function monitoring and therapeutic drug level monitoring.
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