Who Should Avoid B12 Injections
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People following vegetarian or vegan diets may also need a more reliable source, since B12 is primarily found in animal products
Here's the correct claim format for a B12 injection: 96372 | E53.8 | Vitamin B12 injection administration J3420 | E53.8 | Cyanocobalamin up to 1,000 mcg Medicare covers B12 injections only when a covered diagnosis supports the claim
However, if the clinical picture suggests possible Type 1 (young patient, DKA episodes, low C-peptide, positive GAD antibodies, lifetime insulin requirement), a CDI query should ask the provider to clarify the diabetes type
Food sources of vitamin B12 include beef, dairy, poultry, and fish