S0021 Injection, cefoperazone sod
Also known as: cefoperazone, Cefobid, third-gen cephalosporin
Injection of cefoperazone sodium, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic.
In Plain Language
antibiotic injection; bacterial infection treatment; broad-spectrum antibiotic
Clinical Context
Used for serious infections including septicemia, lower respiratory tract, and abdominal infections. Administered intravenously or intramuscularly.
RVU Information
CPT S0021 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
S-codes are used by private payers (not Medicare) for services without a standard CPT or HCPCS code. Coverage varies significantly between insurers. Verify payer acceptance before billing and document medical necessity thoroughly.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code S0021?
CPT S0021 (Injection, cefoperazone sod) is a S Codes code. Injection of cefoperazone sodium, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic.
Is S0021 covered by insurance?
S0021 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Used for serious infections including septicemia, lower respiratory tract, and abdominal infections. Administered intravenously or intramuscularly.
When is CPT S0021 used?
Used for serious infections including septicemia, lower respiratory tract, and abdominal infections. Administered intravenously or intramuscularly.
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