J2760 Phentolaine mesylate injection
Also known as: phentolamine, regitine
Injection of phentolamine mesylate (Regitine), an alpha-adrenergic antagonist used for management of hypertension in pheochromocytoma and treatment of extravasation.
In Plain Language
blood pressure lowering agent
Clinical Context
Used in emergency management of pheochromocytoma crisis and to prevent tissue necrosis from extravasation of vasoconstrictive agents.
RVU Information
CPT J2760 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 J2760?
CPT J2760 (Phentolaine mesylate injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of phentolamine mesylate (Regitine), an alpha-adrenergic antagonist used for management of hypertension in pheochromocytoma and treatment of extravasation.
How is J2760 administered?
CPT J2760 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used in emergency management of pheochromocytoma crisis and to prevent tissue necrosis from extravasation of vasoconstrictive agents. It is used by Emergency Medicine, Endocrinology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J2760 used?
Used in emergency management of pheochromocytoma crisis and to prevent tissue necrosis from extravasation of vasoconstrictive agents.
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