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).