J0636 Injection calcitriol per 0.1 micrograms
Also known as: calcitriol, 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3, active vitamin D
Calcitriol injection per 0.1 microgram, the active form of vitamin D for intravenous administration in chronic kidney disease and hypocalcemia treatment.
In Plain Language
vitamin D hormone injection; kidney disease calcium regulator
Clinical Context
Active form of vitamin D administered intravenously, primarily used in hemodialysis patients to treat secondary hyperparathyroidism and prevent bone disease.
RVU Information
CPT J0636 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 J0636?
CPT J0636 (Injection calcitriol per 0.1 micrograms) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Calcitriol injection per 0.1 microgram, the active form of vitamin D for intravenous administration in chronic kidney disease and hypocalcemia treatment.
How is J0636 administered?
CPT J0636 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Active form of vitamin D administered intravenously, primarily used in hemodialysis patients to treat secondary hyperparathyroidism and prevent bone disease. It is used by nephrology, dialysis, endocrinology.
When is CPT J0636 used?
Active form of vitamin D administered intravenously, primarily used in hemodialysis patients to treat secondary hyperparathyroidism and prevent bone disease.
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