J1885 Ketorolac tromethamine injection
Also known as: ketorolac, Toradol
Injection of ketorolac tromethamine. A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used for moderate acute pain.
In Plain Language
strong pain reliever; anti-inflammatory injection
Clinical Context
Used for acute postoperative pain and moderate pain management. Ketorolac is a potent NSAID with analgesic properties, maximum duration of use is 5 days.
RVU Information
CPT J1885 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 J1885?
CPT J1885 (Ketorolac tromethamine injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of ketorolac tromethamine. A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used for moderate acute pain.
How is J1885 administered?
CPT J1885 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute postoperative pain and moderate pain management. Ketorolac is a potent NSAID with analgesic properties, maximum duration of use is 5 days. It is used by Anesthesiology, Surgery, Pain Management.
When is CPT J1885 used?
Used for acute postoperative pain and moderate pain management. Ketorolac is a potent NSAID with analgesic properties, maximum duration of use is 5 days.
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