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J0360 Hydralazine hcl injection

J Codes (Drugs)

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

Internal MedicineEmergency MedicineCardiology

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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