J0162 Injection epinephrine (fresenius)
Also known as: epinephrine injection, adrenaline Fresenius
Epinephrine injection manufactured by Fresenius, a catecholamine for cardiac resuscitation and anaphylaxis.
In Plain Language
emergency heart medication; allergy shock treatment
Clinical Context
Intravenous or intramuscular epinephrine (Fresenius brand) for cardiac arrest resuscitation (Advanced Cardiac Life Support protocol) and anaphylactic reactions.
RVU Information
CPT J0162 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 J0162?
CPT J0162 (Injection epinephrine (fresenius)) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Epinephrine injection manufactured by Fresenius, a catecholamine for cardiac resuscitation and anaphylaxis.
How is J0162 administered?
CPT J0162 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous or intramuscular epinephrine (Fresenius brand) for cardiac arrest resuscitation (Advanced Cardiac Life Support protocol) and anaphylactic reactions. It is used by Emergency Medicine, Anesthesiology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J0162 used?
Intravenous or intramuscular epinephrine (Fresenius brand) for cardiac arrest resuscitation (Advanced Cardiac Life Support protocol) and anaphylactic reactions.
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