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J0696
Ceftriaxone Sodium
Brand: RocephinGeneric: Ceftriaxone Sodium Teva
NDC (11-digit)
00703-4729-01
NDC (10-digit)
0703-4729-01
UOM
UN
JW/JZ Modifier
Required
Important: NDC billing requirements vary by payer and are updated periodically. Always verify with current CMS guidelines, payer-specific NDC policies, and the FDA NDC Directory. This information is for educational purposes only and does not guarantee payment or coding accuracy.
NDC Structure
Labeler Code
00703
Manufacturer/Labeler
Product Code
4729
Drug Product
Package Code
01
Package Size
Package SizeSingle-use vial
Dosage FormInjection, powder for solution
Strength500 mg
RouteIntravenous (IV) / Intramuscular (IM)
10-digit NDC0703-4729-01
11-digit NDC00703-4729-01
Unit of MeasureUN
Units per HCPCS250 mg per unit
Code Relationships
HCPCS / J Codes
J0696
J Codes
J0696
Common CPT Relationships
96372963749636096365
Typical Specialties
Infectious DiseaseInternal MedicineEmergency Medicine
Documentation Requirements
- Diagnosis supporting medical necessity (e.g., bacterial infection)
- Dose administered and route (IV or IM)
- NDC in 11-digit format on claim
- JW or JZ modifier for single-use vial
Common Billing Mistakes
- Incorrect unit calculation (J0696 = 250 mg per unit, so 500 mg = 2 units)
- Missing JW or JZ modifier for single-use vial
- NDC in wrong format
Common Denials & Rejections
Denials
- CO-16: Missing or invalid NDC
- CO-50: Not medically necessary
Rejections
- NDC format error
- Missing JW/JZ modifier
Related CARC Codes
CO-16CO-50
Related RARC Codes
N130
Related Modifiers
JWJZ
Quick Actions
Related Payer Policies
- Medicare covers for FDA-approved bacterial infections
- Most payers accept without prior authorization