J0137 Injection, acetaminophen (hikma)
Also known as: acetaminophen injection, IV Tylenol Hikma
Acetaminophen injection manufactured by Hikma, a nonopioid analgesic and antipyretic.
In Plain Language
pain reliever injection; fever reducer injection
Clinical Context
Intravenous acetaminophen (Hikma brand) for perioperative analgesia and fever management. Used when oral pain relievers cannot be taken.
RVU Information
CPT J0137 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 J0137?
CPT J0137 (Injection, acetaminophen (hikma)) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Acetaminophen injection manufactured by Hikma, a nonopioid analgesic and antipyretic.
How is J0137 administered?
CPT J0137 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous acetaminophen (Hikma brand) for perioperative analgesia and fever management. Used when oral pain relievers cannot be taken. It is used by Anesthesiology, Pain Management, Surgery.
When is CPT J0137 used?
Intravenous acetaminophen (Hikma brand) for perioperative analgesia and fever management. Used when oral pain relievers cannot be taken.
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