J0013 Esketamine, nasal spray
Also known as: esketamine nasal spray, Spravato
Esketamine nasal spray injection, a rapid-acting dissociative anesthetic used for depression and anesthesia adjuncts.
In Plain Language
nasal spray antidepressant medication; fast-acting depression treatment
Clinical Context
FDA-approved rapid-acting antidepressant for treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder. Also used as anesthetic adjunct. Administered under medical supervision in healthcare setting.
RVU Information
CPT J0013 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
J-codes represent drugs administered by a healthcare provider (not self-administered). Documentation must include the drug name, dosage, route of administration, and medical necessity. Most payers require the National Drug Code (NDC) on the claim. Bill the appropriate administration code (96365-96379) in addition to the drug code.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code J0013?
CPT J0013 (Esketamine, nasal spray) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Esketamine nasal spray injection, a rapid-acting dissociative anesthetic used for depression and anesthesia adjuncts.
How is J0013 administered?
CPT J0013 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. FDA-approved rapid-acting antidepressant for treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder. Also used as anesthetic adjunct. Administered under medical supervision in healthcare setting. It is used by Psychiatry, Anesthesiology, Pain Management.
When is CPT J0013 used?
FDA-approved rapid-acting antidepressant for treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder. Also used as anesthetic adjunct. Administered under medical supervision in healthcare setting.
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