J3410 Hydroxyzine hcl injection
Also known as: hydroxyzine, Atarax, antihistamine anxiolytic
Hydroxyzine hydrochloride injection is an antihistamine with anxiolytic and sedative properties used for anxiety and pre-medication.
In Plain Language
anti-anxiety injection; pre-operative medication
Clinical Context
Used for anxiety disorders, pre-operative sedation, and anti-nausea. Antihistamine with central nervous system depressant effects. Intramuscular or intravenous administration for rapid onset.
RVU Information
CPT J3410 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 J3410?
CPT J3410 (Hydroxyzine hcl injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Hydroxyzine hydrochloride injection is an antihistamine with anxiolytic and sedative properties used for anxiety and pre-medication.
How is J3410 administered?
CPT J3410 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for anxiety disorders, pre-operative sedation, and anti-nausea. Antihistamine with central nervous system depressant effects. Intramuscular or intravenous administration for rapid onset. It is used by Psychiatry, Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine.
When is CPT J3410 used?
Used for anxiety disorders, pre-operative sedation, and anti-nausea. Antihistamine with central nervous system depressant effects. Intramuscular or intravenous administration for rapid onset.
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