J0500 Dicyclomine injection
Also known as: dicyclomine injection, Bentyl injection
Dicyclomine hydrochloride injection for intramuscular or intravenous use, used as an antispasmodic agent for gastrointestinal disorders.
In Plain Language
muscle relaxer for stomach cramps; antispasm medication
Clinical Context
Used to treat muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract, particularly in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other gastrointestinal motility disorders. Administered intravenously or intramuscularly for acute symptoms.
RVU Information
CPT J0500 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 J0500?
CPT J0500 (Dicyclomine injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Dicyclomine hydrochloride injection for intramuscular or intravenous use, used as an antispasmodic agent for gastrointestinal disorders.
How is J0500 administered?
CPT J0500 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used to treat muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract, particularly in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other gastrointestinal motility disorders. Administered intravenously or intramuscularly for acute symptoms. It is used by gastroenterology, emergency medicine, internal medicine.
When is CPT J0500 used?
Used to treat muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract, particularly in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other gastrointestinal motility disorders. Administered intravenously or intramuscularly for acute symptoms.
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