J0166 Injection epinephrine (bpi)
Also known as: epinephrine injection, adrenaline BPI
Epinephrine injection manufactured by BPI, a catecholamine for resuscitation.
In Plain Language
emergency heart medication; allergy emergency medication
Clinical Context
Epinephrine (BPI brand) for cardiac resuscitation and anaphylaxis management in emergency settings.
RVU Information
CPT J0166 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 J0166?
CPT J0166 (Injection epinephrine (bpi)) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Epinephrine injection manufactured by BPI, a catecholamine for resuscitation.
How is J0166 administered?
CPT J0166 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Epinephrine (BPI brand) for cardiac resuscitation and anaphylaxis management in emergency settings. It is used by Emergency Medicine, Anesthesiology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J0166 used?
Epinephrine (BPI brand) for cardiac resuscitation and anaphylaxis management in emergency settings.
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