J3489 Zoledronic acid 1mg
Also known as: zoledronic acid, Zometa, bisphosphonate
Zoledronic acid 1 milligram injection is a bisphosphonate used for bone metastasis pain, hypercalcemia, and Paget disease treatment.
In Plain Language
bone treatment injection; cancer bone disease medication
Clinical Context
Used for bone metastasis pain management, hypercalcemia of malignancy, and Paget disease. Bisphosphonate that inhibits osteoclast function. Intravenous administration every 3-4 weeks for malignancy-related hypercalcemia.
RVU Information
CPT J3489 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 J3489?
CPT J3489 (Zoledronic acid 1mg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Zoledronic acid 1 milligram injection is a bisphosphonate used for bone metastasis pain, hypercalcemia, and Paget disease treatment.
How is J3489 administered?
CPT J3489 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for bone metastasis pain management, hypercalcemia of malignancy, and Paget disease. Bisphosphonate that inhibits osteoclast function. Intravenous administration every 3-4 weeks for malignancy-related hypercalcemia. It is used by Oncology, Endocrinology, Orthopedic Surgery.
When is CPT J3489 used?
Used for bone metastasis pain management, hypercalcemia of malignancy, and Paget disease. Bisphosphonate that inhibits osteoclast function. Intravenous administration every 3-4 weeks for malignancy-related hypercalcemia.
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