J0281 Injection aminocaproic acid 1 gram
Also known as: aminocaproic acid, Amicar
Aminocaproic acid injection 1 gram, a fibrinolysis inhibitor for bleeding disorders.
In Plain Language
blood clot stabilizer; bleeding prevention medication
Clinical Context
Intravenous antifibrinolytic agent that inhibits plasmin activity. Used for postoperative bleeding, hereditary angioedema, and hemorrhage from thrombolytic therapy.
RVU Information
CPT J0281 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 J0281?
CPT J0281 (Injection aminocaproic acid 1 gram) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Aminocaproic acid injection 1 gram, a fibrinolysis inhibitor for bleeding disorders.
How is J0281 administered?
CPT J0281 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Intravenous antifibrinolytic agent that inhibits plasmin activity. Used for postoperative bleeding, hereditary angioedema, and hemorrhage from thrombolytic therapy. It is used by Hematology, Surgery, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J0281 used?
Intravenous antifibrinolytic agent that inhibits plasmin activity. Used for postoperative bleeding, hereditary angioedema, and hemorrhage from thrombolytic therapy.
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