Q9991 Buprenorph x-ray 100 milligrams or less
Also known as: buprenorphine XR, opioid maintenance, bupe extended-release
Buprenorphine extended-release subcutaneous injection, 100 milligrams or less per dose.
In Plain Language
opioid addiction treatment; pain medication injection; medication for substance use
Clinical Context
Used for medication-assisted treatment of opioid use disorder and chronic pain management. Provides sustained release opioid agonist-antagonist therapy.
RVU Information
CPT Q9991 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Q-codes are temporary HCPCS codes used when no permanent code exists. Coverage and reimbursement vary by payer and region. Document the clinical indication and medical necessity. These codes may be replaced by permanent codes in future HCPCS updates.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code Q9991?
CPT Q9991 (Buprenorph x-ray 100 milligrams or less) is a Q Codes code. Buprenorphine extended-release subcutaneous injection, 100 milligrams or less per dose.
Is Q9991 covered by insurance?
Q9991 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Used for medication-assisted treatment of opioid use disorder and chronic pain management. Provides sustained release opioid agonist-antagonist therapy.
When is CPT Q9991 used?
Used for medication-assisted treatment of opioid use disorder and chronic pain management. Provides sustained release opioid agonist-antagonist therapy.
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