J3486 Ziprasidone mesylate
Also known as: ziprasidone, Geodon, atypical antipsychotic
Ziprasidone mesylate injection is an atypical antipsychotic used for acute psychosis and schizophrenia management.
In Plain Language
psychiatric medication; psychosis treatment
Clinical Context
Used for acute agitation in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Intramuscular administration for rapid onset. Atypical antipsychotic with lower risk of extrapyramidal side effects than typical antipsychotics.
RVU Information
CPT J3486 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 J3486?
CPT J3486 (Ziprasidone mesylate) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Ziprasidone mesylate injection is an atypical antipsychotic used for acute psychosis and schizophrenia management.
How is J3486 administered?
CPT J3486 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute agitation in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Intramuscular administration for rapid onset. Atypical antipsychotic with lower risk of extrapyramidal side effects than typical antipsychotics. It is used by Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine.
When is CPT J3486 used?
Used for acute agitation in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Intramuscular administration for rapid onset. Atypical antipsychotic with lower risk of extrapyramidal side effects than typical antipsychotics.
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