J3230 Chlorpromazine hcl injection
Also known as: chlorpromazine, Thorazine, antipsychotic
Chlorpromazine hydrochloride injection is a typical antipsychotic used for acute agitation, psychosis, and severe nausea/vomiting management.
In Plain Language
psychiatric medication shot; anti-nausea injection
Clinical Context
Used for acute psychotic episodes, severe agitation, and intractable nausea/vomiting. Administered intramuscularly or intravenously in emergency settings. Associated with extrapyramidal side effects and tardive dyskinesia with long-term use.
RVU Information
CPT J3230 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 J3230?
CPT J3230 (Chlorpromazine hcl injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Chlorpromazine hydrochloride injection is a typical antipsychotic used for acute agitation, psychosis, and severe nausea/vomiting management.
How is J3230 administered?
CPT J3230 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute psychotic episodes, severe agitation, and intractable nausea/vomiting. Administered intramuscularly or intravenously in emergency settings. Associated with extrapyramidal side effects and tardive dyskinesia with long-term use. It is used by Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J3230 used?
Used for acute psychotic episodes, severe agitation, and intractable nausea/vomiting. Administered intramuscularly or intravenously in emergency settings. Associated with extrapyramidal side effects and tardive dyskinesia with long-term use.
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