J7676 Pentamidine complicated unit dose
Also known as: Pentamidine unit dose, Aerosolized pentamidine
Pentamidine delivered by inhalation in a compact unit dose form; used for prophylaxis and treatment of Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia.
In Plain Language
Pneumonia prevention inhalation; Infection prevention medication
Clinical Context
Used for prophylaxis of Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia in immunocompromised patients, particularly those with advanced HIV/AIDS.
RVU Information
CPT J7676 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 J7676?
CPT J7676 (Pentamidine complicated unit dose) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Pentamidine delivered by inhalation in a compact unit dose form; used for prophylaxis and treatment of Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia.
How is J7676 administered?
CPT J7676 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for prophylaxis of Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia in immunocompromised patients, particularly those with advanced HIV/AIDS. It is used by Pulmonology, Infectious Disease, HIV/AIDS.
When is CPT J7676 used?
Used for prophylaxis of Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia in immunocompromised patients, particularly those with advanced HIV/AIDS.
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