J1806 Injection esmolol hcl wg critical care
Also known as: esmolol, IV beta blocker
Injection of esmolol hydrochloride, weight-based dosing for critical care patients. Used for rapid, short-acting beta-blockade in acute care settings.
In Plain Language
heart rate slowing medication; emergency beta blocker
Clinical Context
Used for intraoperative and acute postoperative tachycardia management, rapid hypertension control in critical care settings. Commonly used when immediate beta-blockade is needed with rapid onset and offset.
RVU Information
CPT J1806 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 J1806?
CPT J1806 (Injection esmolol hcl wg critical care) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of esmolol hydrochloride, weight-based dosing for critical care patients. Used for rapid, short-acting beta-blockade in acute care settings.
How is J1806 administered?
CPT J1806 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for intraoperative and acute postoperative tachycardia management, rapid hypertension control in critical care settings. Commonly used when immediate beta-blockade is needed with rapid onset and offset. It is used by Anesthesiology, Cardiology, Critical Care.
When is CPT J1806 used?
Used for intraoperative and acute postoperative tachycardia management, rapid hypertension control in critical care settings. Commonly used when immediate beta-blockade is needed with rapid onset and offset.
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