J0884 Argatroban esrd dialysis 1mg
Also known as: Argatroban ESRD, argatroban dialysis
Argatroban injection supplied in 1 milligram units for patients with end-stage renal disease undergoing dialysis, a direct thrombin inhibitor.
In Plain Language
Blood thinner for dialysis patients
Clinical Context
Used for anticoagulation in dialysis patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia with adjusted dosing for renal failure.
RVU Information
CPT J0884 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 J0884?
CPT J0884 (Argatroban esrd dialysis 1mg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Argatroban injection supplied in 1 milligram units for patients with end-stage renal disease undergoing dialysis, a direct thrombin inhibitor.
How is J0884 administered?
CPT J0884 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for anticoagulation in dialysis patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia with adjusted dosing for renal failure. It is used by Nephrology, Hematology, Dialysis.
When is CPT J0884 used?
Used for anticoagulation in dialysis patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia with adjusted dosing for renal failure.
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