J0706 Caffeine citrate injection
Also known as: caffeine citrate, Cafcit, CNS stimulant
Caffeine citrate injection for intravenous or intraosseous administration, a central nervous system stimulant for neonatal apnea of prematurity.
In Plain Language
breathing stimulant for premature babies; apnea prevention injection
Clinical Context
Respiratory stimulant for treatment and prevention of apnea of prematurity in premature infants. Increases rate of respiration by stimulating central respiratory center.
RVU Information
CPT J0706 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 J0706?
CPT J0706 (Caffeine citrate injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Caffeine citrate injection for intravenous or intraosseous administration, a central nervous system stimulant for neonatal apnea of prematurity.
How is J0706 administered?
CPT J0706 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Respiratory stimulant for treatment and prevention of apnea of prematurity in premature infants. Increases rate of respiration by stimulating central respiratory center. It is used by neonatology, pediatrics, hospital medicine.
When is CPT J0706 used?
Respiratory stimulant for treatment and prevention of apnea of prematurity in premature infants. Increases rate of respiration by stimulating central respiratory center.
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