J2312 Injection naloxone hcl not otherwise specified, 0.01mg
Also known as: naloxone, Narcan
Injection of naloxone hydrochloride, not otherwise specified, 0.01 milligram. An opioid antagonist for opioid overdose.
In Plain Language
opioid overdose reversal; opioid antidote
Clinical Context
Used for opioid overdose reversal including heroin, morphine, and prescription opioids. Rapidly reverses opioid effects with short duration requiring monitoring.
RVU Information
CPT J2312 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 J2312?
CPT J2312 (Injection naloxone hcl not otherwise specified, 0.01mg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of naloxone hydrochloride, not otherwise specified, 0.01 milligram. An opioid antagonist for opioid overdose.
How is J2312 administered?
CPT J2312 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for opioid overdose reversal including heroin, morphine, and prescription opioids. Rapidly reverses opioid effects with short duration requiring monitoring. It is used by Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Addiction Medicine.
When is CPT J2312 used?
Used for opioid overdose reversal including heroin, morphine, and prescription opioids. Rapidly reverses opioid effects with short duration requiring monitoring.
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