J0134 Injection acetaminophen -fresenius
Also known as: acetaminophen injection, IV Tylenol Fresenius
Acetaminophen injection manufactured by Fresenius, a nonopioid analgesic and antipyretic.
In Plain Language
pain reliever injection; fever reducer injection
Clinical Context
Intravenous acetaminophen (Fresenius brand) for moderate acute pain and fever management. Used for perioperative pain control and when oral analgesics unavailable.
RVU Information
CPT J0134 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 J0134?
CPT J0134 (Injection acetaminophen -fresenius) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Acetaminophen injection manufactured by Fresenius, a nonopioid analgesic and antipyretic.
How is J0134 administered?
CPT J0134 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous acetaminophen (Fresenius brand) for moderate acute pain and fever management. Used for perioperative pain control and when oral analgesics unavailable. It is used by Anesthesiology, Pain Management, Surgery.
When is CPT J0134 used?
Intravenous acetaminophen (Fresenius brand) for moderate acute pain and fever management. Used for perioperative pain control and when oral analgesics unavailable.
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