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Coding => Coding => : Alice Scott March 07, 2008, 09:00:13 AM

: What is correct code for nebulizer treatments?
: Alice Scott March 07, 2008, 09:00:13 AM

Question
Changes in 2008 HCPCS codes-
What code is right for nebulizer treatments?
J7602
J7603
Or
J7607?

Ida

Answer
Hi Ida,

   I found the following info for 2008 HCPCs codes for nebulizer treatments:

Code Narrative

J7602  Albuterol, all formulations including separated isomers, inhalation solution, FDA-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through DME, concentrated form, per 1 mg (Albuterol) or per0.5 mg (Levalbuterol)
J7603  Albuterol, all formulations including separated isomers, inhalation solution, FDA-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through DME, unit dose, per 1 mg (Albuterol) or per 0.5 (Levalbuterol)
J7604  Acetylcysteine, inhalation solution, compounded product, administered through DME, unit dose form, per gram
J7605  Arformoterol, inhalation solution, FDA approved final product, non-compounded, administered through DME, unit dose form, 15 micrograms
J7632  Cromolyn sodium, inhalation solution, compounded product, administered through DME, unit dose form, per 10 milligrams
J7676  Pentamidine isethionate, inhalation solution, compounded product, administered through DME, unit dose form, per 300 mg
I hope this helps.

Michele