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J1205 Chlorothiazide sodium injection

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: Diuril IV, chlorothiazide

Chlorothiazide sodium injection, a thiazide diuretic for management of hypertension and fluid overload.

In Plain Language

Water pill injection

Clinical Context

Used for acute hypertension and fluid overload in acute care settings when oral therapy not feasible.

RVU Information

CPT J1205 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

CardiologyInternal MedicineCritical Care

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J1205?

CPT J1205 (Chlorothiazide sodium injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Chlorothiazide sodium injection, a thiazide diuretic for management of hypertension and fluid overload.

How is J1205 administered?

CPT J1205 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute hypertension and fluid overload in acute care settings when oral therapy not feasible. It is used by Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Critical Care.

When is CPT J1205 used?

Used for acute hypertension and fluid overload in acute care settings when oral therapy not feasible.

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