J1240 Dimenhydrinate injection
Also known as: Dramamine injection, dimenhydrinate
Dimenhydrinate injection, a first-generation antihistamine with anticholinergic properties for motion sickness and nausea.
In Plain Language
Motion sickness medicine injection
Clinical Context
Used for treatment of nausea, vomiting, and motion sickness in acute care and perioperative settings.
RVU Information
CPT J1240 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 J1240?
CPT J1240 (Dimenhydrinate injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Dimenhydrinate injection, a first-generation antihistamine with anticholinergic properties for motion sickness and nausea.
How is J1240 administered?
CPT J1240 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for treatment of nausea, vomiting, and motion sickness in acute care and perioperative settings. It is used by Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Anesthesiology.
When is CPT J1240 used?
Used for treatment of nausea, vomiting, and motion sickness in acute care and perioperative settings.
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