J2404 Injection, nicardipine 0.1 milligrams
Also known as: nicardipine, cardene IV
Injection of nicardipine hydrochloride, 0.1 milligram, a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker used for acute hypertension management.
In Plain Language
blood pressure lowering medication; heart rate regulator
Clinical Context
Used in acute care settings to treat hypertensive emergencies and perioperative hypertension without causing significant reflex tachycardia.
RVU Information
CPT J2404 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 J2404?
CPT J2404 (Injection, nicardipine 0.1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of nicardipine hydrochloride, 0.1 milligram, a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker used for acute hypertension management.
How is J2404 administered?
CPT J2404 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used in acute care settings to treat hypertensive emergencies and perioperative hypertension without causing significant reflex tachycardia. It is used by Critical Care, Anesthesiology, Cardiology.
When is CPT J2404 used?
Used in acute care settings to treat hypertensive emergencies and perioperative hypertension without causing significant reflex tachycardia.
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