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J2430 Pamidronate disodium /30 milligrams

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: pamidronate, aredia

Injection of pamidronate disodium (Aredia), per 30 milligrams, a bisphosphonate used for hypercalcemia, multiple myeloma, and bone metastases.

In Plain Language

bone strengthening medication; calcium regulator

Clinical Context

Administered intravenously for treatment of severe hypercalcemia in malignancy, multiple myeloma bone disease, and metastatic bone disease from solid tumors.

RVU Information

CPT J2430 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

OncologyHematologyEndocrinology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J2430?

CPT J2430 (Pamidronate disodium /30 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of pamidronate disodium (Aredia), per 30 milligrams, a bisphosphonate used for hypercalcemia, multiple myeloma, and bone metastases.

How is J2430 administered?

CPT J2430 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Administered intravenously for treatment of severe hypercalcemia in malignancy, multiple myeloma bone disease, and metastatic bone disease from solid tumors. It is used by Oncology, Hematology, Endocrinology.

When is CPT J2430 used?

Administered intravenously for treatment of severe hypercalcemia in malignancy, multiple myeloma bone disease, and metastatic bone disease from solid tumors.

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