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J0275 Alprostadil urethral suppos

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: alprostadil suppository, MUSE

Alprostadil urethral suppository, a prostaglandin for intraurethral treatment of erectile dysfunction.

In Plain Language

erectile dysfunction suppository; urethral treatment for impotence

Clinical Context

Intraurethral prostaglandin E1 suppository for erectile dysfunction. User-friendly alternative to intracavernous injection in some patients.

RVU Information

CPT J0275 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

UrologyInternal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J0275?

CPT J0275 (Alprostadil urethral suppos) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Alprostadil urethral suppository, a prostaglandin for intraurethral treatment of erectile dysfunction.

How is J0275 administered?

CPT J0275 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intraurethral prostaglandin E1 suppository for erectile dysfunction. User-friendly alternative to intracavernous injection in some patients. It is used by Urology, Internal Medicine.

When is CPT J0275 used?

Intraurethral prostaglandin E1 suppository for erectile dysfunction. User-friendly alternative to intracavernous injection in some patients.

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