J0735 Clonidine hydrochloride
Also known as: clonidine HCl, epidural clonidine, alpha-2 agonist
Clonidine hydrochloride injection for epidural administration, an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist for management of cancer pain and other chronic pain conditions.
In Plain Language
pain blocker injection for spine; chronic pain relief epidural
Clinical Context
Epidural alpha-2 agonist for severe refractory cancer pain and other chronic pain conditions. Reduces pain perception and spasticity via spinal cord mechanisms.
RVU Information
CPT J0735 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 J0735?
CPT J0735 (Clonidine hydrochloride) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Clonidine hydrochloride injection for epidural administration, an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist for management of cancer pain and other chronic pain conditions.
How is J0735 administered?
CPT J0735 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Epidural alpha-2 agonist for severe refractory cancer pain and other chronic pain conditions. Reduces pain perception and spasticity via spinal cord mechanisms. It is used by pain management, oncology, anesthesiology.
When is CPT J0735 used?
Epidural alpha-2 agonist for severe refractory cancer pain and other chronic pain conditions. Reduces pain perception and spasticity via spinal cord mechanisms.
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