J1245 Dipyridamole injection
Also known as: Persantine, dipyridamole
Dipyridamole injection, a phosphodiesterase inhibitor and antiplatelet agent for vasodilation and antiplatelet effects.
In Plain Language
Blood thinner and vessel dilator
Clinical Context
Used for cardiac stress testing, antiplatelet effects in coronary artery disease, and acute coronary syndrome adjunctive therapy.
RVU Information
CPT J1245 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 J1245?
CPT J1245 (Dipyridamole injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Dipyridamole injection, a phosphodiesterase inhibitor and antiplatelet agent for vasodilation and antiplatelet effects.
How is J1245 administered?
CPT J1245 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for cardiac stress testing, antiplatelet effects in coronary artery disease, and acute coronary syndrome adjunctive therapy. It is used by Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine.
When is CPT J1245 used?
Used for cardiac stress testing, antiplatelet effects in coronary artery disease, and acute coronary syndrome adjunctive therapy.
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