J0270 Alprostadil for injection
Also known as: alprostadil, Caverject, Edex
Alprostadil injection for intravenous or intracavernous administration for erectile dysfunction and peripheral vascular disease.
In Plain Language
erectile dysfunction injection; blood vessel relaxation medication
Clinical Context
Prostaglandin E1 analog for erectile dysfunction (intracavernous) and peripheral vascular disease (intravenous). Dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow.
RVU Information
CPT J0270 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 J0270?
CPT J0270 (Alprostadil for injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Alprostadil injection for intravenous or intracavernous administration for erectile dysfunction and peripheral vascular disease.
How is J0270 administered?
CPT J0270 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Prostaglandin E1 analog for erectile dysfunction (intracavernous) and peripheral vascular disease (intravenous). Dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow. It is used by Urology, Internal Medicine, Vascular Surgery.
When is CPT J0270 used?
Prostaglandin E1 analog for erectile dysfunction (intracavernous) and peripheral vascular disease (intravenous). Dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow.
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