J0780 Prochlorperazine injection
Also known as: Compazine, prochlorperazine IM/IV, phenothiazine antiemetic
Prochlorperazine injection, a phenothiazine antipsychotic and antiemetic medication for parenteral administration in acute settings.
In Plain Language
Nausea and vomiting medicine given by injection
Clinical Context
Used for acute nausea and vomiting, acute agitation, and psychotic symptoms in hospitalized patients or emergency settings when oral therapy is not feasible.
RVU Information
CPT J0780 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 J0780?
CPT J0780 (Prochlorperazine injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Prochlorperazine injection, a phenothiazine antipsychotic and antiemetic medication for parenteral administration in acute settings.
How is J0780 administered?
CPT J0780 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute nausea and vomiting, acute agitation, and psychotic symptoms in hospitalized patients or emergency settings when oral therapy is not feasible. It is used by Emergency Medicine, Psychiatry, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J0780 used?
Used for acute nausea and vomiting, acute agitation, and psychotic symptoms in hospitalized patients or emergency settings when oral therapy is not feasible.
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