J2260 Injection milrinone lactate / 5 milligrams
Also known as: milrinone, Primacor
Injection of milrinone lactate, 5 milligrams. An inotropic agent for acute heart failure.
In Plain Language
heart strengthening medication; acute heart failure injection
Clinical Context
Used for acute decompensated heart failure and cardiogenic shock. Milrinone is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor that increases cardiac contractility without increasing oxygen demand.
RVU Information
CPT J2260 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 J2260?
CPT J2260 (Injection milrinone lactate / 5 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of milrinone lactate, 5 milligrams. An inotropic agent for acute heart failure.
How is J2260 administered?
CPT J2260 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute decompensated heart failure and cardiogenic shock. Milrinone is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor that increases cardiac contractility without increasing oxygen demand. It is used by Cardiology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J2260 used?
Used for acute decompensated heart failure and cardiogenic shock. Milrinone is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor that increases cardiac contractility without increasing oxygen demand.
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