J0136 Injection, acetaminophen (b braun)
Also known as: acetaminophen injection, IV Tylenol B. Braun
Acetaminophen injection manufactured by B. Braun, a nonopioid analgesic and antipyretic.
In Plain Language
pain reliever injection; fever reducer injection
Clinical Context
Intravenous acetaminophen (B. Braun brand) for acute pain management and fever control. Used perioperatively or when oral route unavailable.
RVU Information
CPT J0136 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 J0136?
CPT J0136 (Injection, acetaminophen (b braun)) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Acetaminophen injection manufactured by B. Braun, a nonopioid analgesic and antipyretic.
How is J0136 administered?
CPT J0136 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous acetaminophen (B. Braun brand) for acute pain management and fever control. Used perioperatively or when oral route unavailable. It is used by Anesthesiology, Pain Management, Surgery.
When is CPT J0136 used?
Intravenous acetaminophen (B. Braun brand) for acute pain management and fever control. Used perioperatively or when oral route unavailable.
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