J2305 Injection, nitroglycerin, 5 milligrams
Also known as: nitroglycerin, NTG
Injection of nitroglycerin, 5 milligrams. A vasodilator for angina and acute heart failure.
In Plain Language
chest pain relief; heart medication
Clinical Context
Used for acute angina, acute coronary syndrome, acute hypertension, and acute heart failure. IV nitroglycerin provides rapid vasodilation.
RVU Information
CPT J2305 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 J2305?
CPT J2305 (Injection, nitroglycerin, 5 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of nitroglycerin, 5 milligrams. A vasodilator for angina and acute heart failure.
How is J2305 administered?
CPT J2305 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute angina, acute coronary syndrome, acute hypertension, and acute heart failure. IV nitroglycerin provides rapid vasodilation. It is used by Cardiology, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care.
When is CPT J2305 used?
Used for acute angina, acute coronary syndrome, acute hypertension, and acute heart failure. IV nitroglycerin provides rapid vasodilation.
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