S0040 Injection, ticarcillin disod
Also known as: ticarcillin, Ticar, penicillin-type antibiotic
Injection of ticarcillin disodium, a broad-spectrum penicillin-type beta-lactam antibiotic.
In Plain Language
antibiotic injection; infection treatment; penicillin-type medication
Clinical Context
Used for serious infections caused by gram-negative bacteria including Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Administered intravenously or intramuscularly.
RVU Information
CPT S0040 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 S0040?
CPT S0040 (Injection, ticarcillin disod) is a S Codes code. Injection of ticarcillin disodium, a broad-spectrum penicillin-type beta-lactam antibiotic.
Is S0040 covered by insurance?
S0040 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Used for serious infections caused by gram-negative bacteria including Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Administered intravenously or intramuscularly.
When is CPT S0040 used?
Used for serious infections caused by gram-negative bacteria including Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Administered intravenously or intramuscularly.
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