J3265 Injection torsemide 10 milligrams/milliliters
Also known as: torsemide, Demadex, loop diuretic
Torsemide 10 milligram per milliliter injection is a loop diuretic used for acute decompensated heart failure and fluid overload management.
In Plain Language
water pill injection; heart failure fluid removal
Clinical Context
Indicated for acute decompensated heart failure with pulmonary or systemic edema requiring rapid diuresis. Administered intravenously for rapid onset of action. More potent than furosemide on a milligram basis.
RVU Information
CPT J3265 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 J3265?
CPT J3265 (Injection torsemide 10 milligrams/milliliters) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Torsemide 10 milligram per milliliter injection is a loop diuretic used for acute decompensated heart failure and fluid overload management.
How is J3265 administered?
CPT J3265 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Indicated for acute decompensated heart failure with pulmonary or systemic edema requiring rapid diuresis. Administered intravenously for rapid onset of action. More potent than furosemide on a milligram basis. It is used by Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Critical Care.
When is CPT J3265 used?
Indicated for acute decompensated heart failure with pulmonary or systemic edema requiring rapid diuresis. Administered intravenously for rapid onset of action. More potent than furosemide on a milligram basis.
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