J0360 Hydralazine hcl injection
Also known as: hydralazine IV, Apresoline
Hydralazine hydrochloride injection, a vasodilator for hypertensive crisis.
In Plain Language
blood pressure lowering injection; emergency hypertension treatment
Clinical Context
Intravenous direct-acting vasodilator for hypertensive emergencies and crises. Causes arteriolar dilation without significant venous effects.
RVU Information
CPT J0360 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 J0360?
CPT J0360 (Hydralazine hcl injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Hydralazine hydrochloride injection, a vasodilator for hypertensive crisis.
How is J0360 administered?
CPT J0360 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous direct-acting vasodilator for hypertensive emergencies and crises. Causes arteriolar dilation without significant venous effects. It is used by Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Cardiology.
When is CPT J0360 used?
Intravenous direct-acting vasodilator for hypertensive emergencies and crises. Causes arteriolar dilation without significant venous effects.
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