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J2730 Pralidoxime chloride injection

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: pralidoxime, 2-pam, protopam

Injection of pralidoxime chloride (2-PAM, Protopam), an oxime used as an antidote for organophosphate poisoning and cholinesterase inhibitor overdose.

In Plain Language

poison antidote; organophosphate antidote

Clinical Context

Administered with atropine in emergency management of organophosphate and carbamate pesticide poisoning.

RVU Information

CPT J2730 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

Emergency MedicineToxicologyCritical Care

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J2730?

CPT J2730 (Pralidoxime chloride injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of pralidoxime chloride (2-PAM, Protopam), an oxime used as an antidote for organophosphate poisoning and cholinesterase inhibitor overdose.

How is J2730 administered?

CPT J2730 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Administered with atropine in emergency management of organophosphate and carbamate pesticide poisoning. It is used by Emergency Medicine, Toxicology, Critical Care.

When is CPT J2730 used?

Administered with atropine in emergency management of organophosphate and carbamate pesticide poisoning.

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