J0883 Argatroban nonesrd use 1mg
Also known as: Argatroban, direct thrombin inhibitor
Argatroban injection supplied in 1 milligram units for non-end-stage renal disease patients, a direct thrombin inhibitor for anticoagulation.
In Plain Language
Blood thinner for people without kidney disease
Clinical Context
Used for anticoagulation in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia requiring non-kidney dialysis adapted dosing.
RVU Information
CPT J0883 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 J0883?
CPT J0883 (Argatroban nonesrd use 1mg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Argatroban injection supplied in 1 milligram units for non-end-stage renal disease patients, a direct thrombin inhibitor for anticoagulation.
How is J0883 administered?
CPT J0883 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for anticoagulation in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia requiring non-kidney dialysis adapted dosing. It is used by Hematology, Critical Care, Cardiology.
When is CPT J0883 used?
Used for anticoagulation in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia requiring non-kidney dialysis adapted dosing.
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