J0400 Aripiprazole injection
Also known as: aripiprazole, Abilify
Aripiprazole injection, an atypical antipsychotic for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
In Plain Language
antipsychotic medication injection; schizophrenia treatment
Clinical Context
Intravenous or intramuscular partial dopamine agonist antipsychotic for acute agitation and psychosis in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
RVU Information
CPT J0400 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 J0400?
CPT J0400 (Aripiprazole injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Aripiprazole injection, an atypical antipsychotic for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
How is J0400 administered?
CPT J0400 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous or intramuscular partial dopamine agonist antipsychotic for acute agitation and psychosis in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It is used by Psychiatry, Behavioral Health.
When is CPT J0400 used?
Intravenous or intramuscular partial dopamine agonist antipsychotic for acute agitation and psychosis in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
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