J0898 Argatroban nonesrd (auromed)
Also known as: Argatroban Auromed, argatroban generic
Argatroban injection (Auromed pharmaceutical formulation) for non-end-stage renal disease patients, a direct thrombin inhibitor.
In Plain Language
Blood thinner
Clinical Context
Used for anticoagulation in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia not requiring dialysis.
RVU Information
CPT J0898 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 J0898?
CPT J0898 (Argatroban nonesrd (auromed)) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Argatroban injection (Auromed pharmaceutical formulation) for non-end-stage renal disease patients, a direct thrombin inhibitor.
How is J0898 administered?
CPT J0898 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for anticoagulation in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia not requiring dialysis. It is used by Hematology, Critical Care, Cardiology.
When is CPT J0898 used?
Used for anticoagulation in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia not requiring dialysis.
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