Reader questions:
Check dosage for Depomedrol code
Published on Mon Nov 02, 2009
Question: What is the correct code for a Depomedrol injection? West Virginia Subscriber Answer: Begin by verifying the dosage amount, because that's what distinguishes the Depomedrol codes. You'll report J1020 (Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 20 mg), J1030 (Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg), or J1040 (Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg) as appropriate. Don't forget: You'll also report the appropriate injection code for the procedure, such as 64475 (Injection, anesthetic agent and/or steroid, paravertebral facet joint or facet joint nerve; lumbar or sacral, single level).
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