J1960 Levorphanol tartrate injection
Also known as: levorphanol, Levo-Dromoran
Injection of levorphanol tartrate. An opioid analgesic for moderate to severe pain.
In Plain Language
strong pain relief injection; opioid pain medication
Clinical Context
Used for acute and chronic pain management, similar to morphine but with higher analgesic potency. IV formulation used in acute care and postoperative settings.
RVU Information
CPT J1960 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 J1960?
CPT J1960 (Levorphanol tartrate injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of levorphanol tartrate. An opioid analgesic for moderate to severe pain.
How is J1960 administered?
CPT J1960 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for acute and chronic pain management, similar to morphine but with higher analgesic potency. IV formulation used in acute care and postoperative settings. It is used by Pain Management, Anesthesiology, Internal Medicine.
When is CPT J1960 used?
Used for acute and chronic pain management, similar to morphine but with higher analgesic potency. IV formulation used in acute care and postoperative settings.
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