J2704 Injection, propofol, 10 milligrams
Also known as: propofol, diprivan, fresofol
Injection of propofol (Diprivan), 10 milligrams, a rapid-acting intravenous anesthetic used for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia.
In Plain Language
sedation medication; anesthesia injection
Clinical Context
Used for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia in operating rooms and intensive care units for sedation of mechanically ventilated patients.
RVU Information
CPT J2704 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 J2704?
CPT J2704 (Injection, propofol, 10 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of propofol (Diprivan), 10 milligrams, a rapid-acting intravenous anesthetic used for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia.
How is J2704 administered?
CPT J2704 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia in operating rooms and intensive care units for sedation of mechanically ventilated patients. It is used by Anesthesiology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J2704 used?
Used for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia in operating rooms and intensive care units for sedation of mechanically ventilated patients.
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