tci Part B Insider - 2011 Issue 14

Reader Questions: Follow Drug Dosing Rules to Pick Correct 'J' Code

Question: Depo-Medrol comes in three different strengths, but the code doesn't state how much is considered a dose. How do we convert dosages when reporting Depo-Medrol or other medications?Answer: Depo-Medrol comes in three strengths: 20 mg/mL, 40 mg/mL, and 80 mg/mL. Packaging is available in 1 mL, 5 mL, and 10 mLvolume vials and can be single dose (without any preservative) or multi-dose (with preservative) vials. HCPCS includes three Depo-Medrol codes to cover the different strengths:J1020 -- Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 20 mgJ1030 -- Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mgJ1040 -- Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg.Conversion: First be aware...

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