J2003 Injection, lidocaine hcl, 1 milligrams
Also known as: lidocaine, Xylocaine, lidocaine HCl
Injection of lidocaine hydrochloride, 1 milligram. Local anesthetic and antiarrhythmic agent.
In Plain Language
numbing injection; local anesthetic
Clinical Context
Used for infiltration anesthesia, nerve blocks, topical anesthesia, and ventricular arrhythmia management. Rapidly absorbed and metabolized.
RVU Information
CPT J2003 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 J2003?
CPT J2003 (Injection, lidocaine hcl, 1 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of lidocaine hydrochloride, 1 milligram. Local anesthetic and antiarrhythmic agent.
How is J2003 administered?
CPT J2003 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for infiltration anesthesia, nerve blocks, topical anesthesia, and ventricular arrhythmia management. Rapidly absorbed and metabolized. It is used by Anesthesiology, Cardiology, Emergency Medicine.
When is CPT J2003 used?
Used for infiltration anesthesia, nerve blocks, topical anesthesia, and ventricular arrhythmia management. Rapidly absorbed and metabolized.
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