J1180 Dyphylline injection
Also known as: Lufyllin injection, dyphylline
Dyphylline injection, a xanthine bronchodilator for acute asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbations.
In Plain Language
Breathing aid injection
Clinical Context
Used for acute bronchospasm in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease when oral or inhaled therapy not feasible.
RVU Information
CPT J1180 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 J1180?
CPT J1180 (Dyphylline injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Dyphylline injection, a xanthine bronchodilator for acute asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbations.
How is J1180 administered?
CPT J1180 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute bronchospasm in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease when oral or inhaled therapy not feasible. It is used by Pulmonology, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1180 used?
Used for acute bronchospasm in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease when oral or inhaled therapy not feasible.
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