J2300 Injection nalbuphine hydrochloride
Also known as: nalbuphine, Nubain
Injection of nalbuphine hydrochloride. A mixed opioid agonist-antagonist for moderate pain.
In Plain Language
pain reliever; opioid pain medication
Clinical Context
Used for moderate to severe pain with lower abuse potential than pure opioid agonists. Provides analgesia without as much respiratory depression.
RVU Information
CPT J2300 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 J2300?
CPT J2300 (Injection nalbuphine hydrochloride) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of nalbuphine hydrochloride. A mixed opioid agonist-antagonist for moderate pain.
How is J2300 administered?
CPT J2300 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for moderate to severe pain with lower abuse potential than pure opioid agonists. Provides analgesia without as much respiratory depression. It is used by Pain Management, Anesthesiology.
When is CPT J2300 used?
Used for moderate to severe pain with lower abuse potential than pure opioid agonists. Provides analgesia without as much respiratory depression.
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