J0133 Acyclovir injection
Also known as: acyclovir, Zovirax
Acyclovir injection, an antiviral agent used for herpes simplex and varicella-zoster virus infections.
In Plain Language
herpes treatment injection; shingles and cold sore medicine
Clinical Context
Intravenous antiviral for severe herpes simplex, varicella-zoster, and Epstein-Barr virus infections. Used for disseminated disease, immunocompromised patients, and meningitis.
RVU Information
CPT J0133 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 J0133?
CPT J0133 (Acyclovir injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Acyclovir injection, an antiviral agent used for herpes simplex and varicella-zoster virus infections.
How is J0133 administered?
CPT J0133 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous antiviral for severe herpes simplex, varicella-zoster, and Epstein-Barr virus infections. Used for disseminated disease, immunocompromised patients, and meningitis. It is used by Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine, Virology.
When is CPT J0133 used?
Intravenous antiviral for severe herpes simplex, varicella-zoster, and Epstein-Barr virus infections. Used for disseminated disease, immunocompromised patients, and meningitis.
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