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J2002 Injection, lidocaine in d5w, 1 milligrams

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: lidocaine in D5W

Injection of lidocaine in dextrose 5% water (D5W), 1 milligram. An anesthetic solution for IV infusion.

In Plain Language

numbing medication solution; IV anesthetic

Clinical Context

Used for IV anesthesia and local anesthetic effect in dextrose solution base. Provides anesthetic and antiarrhythmic effects.

RVU Information

CPT J2002 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

AnesthesiologyCardiology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J2002?

CPT J2002 (Injection, lidocaine in d5w, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of lidocaine in dextrose 5% water (D5W), 1 milligram. An anesthetic solution for IV infusion.

How is J2002 administered?

CPT J2002 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for IV anesthesia and local anesthetic effect in dextrose solution base. Provides anesthetic and antiarrhythmic effects. It is used by Anesthesiology, Cardiology.

When is CPT J2002 used?

Used for IV anesthesia and local anesthetic effect in dextrose solution base. Provides anesthetic and antiarrhythmic effects.

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