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J0283 Injection, amiodarone (nexterone)

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: amiodarone Nexterone, Nexterone

Amiodarone hydrochloride (Nexterone) injection, an antiarrhythmic agent for cardiac arrhythmias.

In Plain Language

heart rhythm medication; irregular heartbeat treatment

Clinical Context

Intravenous Class III antiarrhythmic (Nexterone brand) for ventricular fibrillation and sustained ventricular tachycardia. Used in acute settings.

RVU Information

CPT J0283 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

CardiologyEmergency MedicineCritical Care

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J0283?

CPT J0283 (Injection, amiodarone (nexterone)) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Amiodarone hydrochloride (Nexterone) injection, an antiarrhythmic agent for cardiac arrhythmias.

How is J0283 administered?

CPT J0283 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous Class III antiarrhythmic (Nexterone brand) for ventricular fibrillation and sustained ventricular tachycardia. Used in acute settings. It is used by Cardiology, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care.

When is CPT J0283 used?

Intravenous Class III antiarrhythmic (Nexterone brand) for ventricular fibrillation and sustained ventricular tachycardia. Used in acute settings.

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