HCPCS J-code
J0591: deoxycholic acid
Deoxycholic acid 1 mg (submental fat)
Code
J0591
Generic
deoxycholic acid
Brands
Kybella
Common denial patterns
- Cosmetic exclusion (almost always)
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS J0591?
Deoxycholic acid 1 mg (submental fat)
Why does insurance commonly deny J0591?
Cosmetic exclusion (almost always).
What brand-name drug uses J0591?
Kybella.
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