J1250 Injection dobutamine hcl/250 milligrams
Also known as: Dobutrex, dobutamine
Dobutamine hydrochloride injection supplied as 250 milligrams, an inotropic agent for acute heart failure and cardiogenic shock.
In Plain Language
Heart strengthening medicine
Clinical Context
Used for acute decompensated heart failure and cardiogenic shock to increase cardiac contractility and improve tissue perfusion.
RVU Information
CPT J1250 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 J1250?
CPT J1250 (Injection dobutamine hcl/250 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Dobutamine hydrochloride injection supplied as 250 milligrams, an inotropic agent for acute heart failure and cardiogenic shock.
How is J1250 administered?
CPT J1250 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute decompensated heart failure and cardiogenic shock to increase cardiac contractility and improve tissue perfusion. It is used by Cardiology, Critical Care, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1250 used?
Used for acute decompensated heart failure and cardiogenic shock to increase cardiac contractility and improve tissue perfusion.
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