J1736 Injection meloxicam (delova) 1mg
Also known as: meloxicam Delova, NSAID injection
Meloxicam injection (Delova formulation), 1 milligram. A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug for pain and inflammation management.
In Plain Language
pain relief injection; inflammation reducer
Clinical Context
Used for moderate pain and inflammation from osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Intravenous administration with careful cardiovascular and gastrointestinal monitoring.
RVU Information
CPT J1736 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 J1736?
CPT J1736 (Injection meloxicam (delova) 1mg) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Meloxicam injection (Delova formulation), 1 milligram. A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug for pain and inflammation management.
How is J1736 administered?
CPT J1736 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for moderate pain and inflammation from osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Intravenous administration with careful cardiovascular and gastrointestinal monitoring. It is used by Rheumatology, Orthopedics, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1736 used?
Used for moderate pain and inflammation from osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Intravenous administration with careful cardiovascular and gastrointestinal monitoring.
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