J1327 Eptifibatide injection
Also known as: Integrilin, eptifibatide
Eptifibatide injection, a glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitor for acute coronary syndrome and percutaneous coronary intervention.
In Plain Language
Blood clot prevention during heart procedure
Clinical Context
Used for acute coronary syndrome and as adjunctive therapy during percutaneous coronary intervention to prevent thrombotic complications.
RVU Information
CPT J1327 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 J1327?
CPT J1327 (Eptifibatide injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Eptifibatide injection, a glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitor for acute coronary syndrome and percutaneous coronary intervention.
How is J1327 administered?
CPT J1327 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute coronary syndrome and as adjunctive therapy during percutaneous coronary intervention to prevent thrombotic complications. It is used by Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Critical Care.
When is CPT J1327 used?
Used for acute coronary syndrome and as adjunctive therapy during percutaneous coronary intervention to prevent thrombotic complications.
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