J0282 Amiodarone hcl
Also known as: amiodarone, Cordarone IV
Amiodarone hydrochloride injection, an antiarrhythmic agent for life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias.
In Plain Language
heart rhythm medication; irregular heartbeat treatment
Clinical Context
Intravenous Class III antiarrhythmic for ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, and supraventricular tachycardia (Advanced Cardiac Life Support protocol).
RVU Information
CPT J0282 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 J0282?
CPT J0282 (Amiodarone hcl) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Amiodarone hydrochloride injection, an antiarrhythmic agent for life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias.
How is J0282 administered?
CPT J0282 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous Class III antiarrhythmic for ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, and supraventricular tachycardia (Advanced Cardiac Life Support protocol). It is used by Cardiology, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care.
When is CPT J0282 used?
Intravenous Class III antiarrhythmic for ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, and supraventricular tachycardia (Advanced Cardiac Life Support protocol).
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