J0131 Injection, acetaminophen (not otherwise specified)
Also known as: acetaminophen injection, Tylenol IV, paracetamol
Acetaminophen injection not otherwise specified, a nonopioid analgesic and antipyretic for pain and fever.
In Plain Language
pain reliever injection; fever reducer injection
Clinical Context
Intravenous acetaminophen for moderate to severe acute pain and fever. Used when oral route unavailable. Administered as adjunct to other analgesics or standalone for mild-moderate pain.
RVU Information
CPT J0131 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 J0131?
CPT J0131 (Injection, acetaminophen (not otherwise specified)) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Acetaminophen injection not otherwise specified, a nonopioid analgesic and antipyretic for pain and fever.
How is J0131 administered?
CPT J0131 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous acetaminophen for moderate to severe acute pain and fever. Used when oral route unavailable. Administered as adjunct to other analgesics or standalone for mild-moderate pain. It is used by Anesthesiology, Pain Management, Emergency Medicine.
When is CPT J0131 used?
Intravenous acetaminophen for moderate to severe acute pain and fever. Used when oral route unavailable. Administered as adjunct to other analgesics or standalone for mild-moderate pain.
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