J1730 Diazoxide injection
Also known as: diazoxide, Hyperstat
Diazoxide injection. A non-diuretic thiazide for severe hypoglycemia and hypertensive crisis management.
In Plain Language
blood sugar emergency medication; blood pressure emergency treatment
Clinical Context
Used for management of severe hypoglycemia from hypersecretion of insulin and hypertensive crises. Rapid intravenous injection for acute management.
RVU Information
CPT J1730 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 J1730?
CPT J1730 (Diazoxide injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Diazoxide injection. A non-diuretic thiazide for severe hypoglycemia and hypertensive crisis management.
How is J1730 administered?
CPT J1730 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for management of severe hypoglycemia from hypersecretion of insulin and hypertensive crises. Rapid intravenous injection for acute management. It is used by Endocrinology, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1730 used?
Used for management of severe hypoglycemia from hypersecretion of insulin and hypertensive crises. Rapid intravenous injection for acute management.
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