J2004 Injection, lidocaine w epinephrine
Also known as: lidocaine with epinephrine, xylocaine with epinephrine
Injection of lidocaine with epinephrine. Local anesthetic with vasoconstrictor for prolonged duration.
In Plain Language
numbing medication with blood vessel constrictor; long-acting local anesthetic
Clinical Context
Used for infiltration anesthesia and nerve blocks with prolonged duration due to vasoconstriction. Epinephrine slows absorption and extends anesthetic effect.
RVU Information
CPT J2004 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 J2004?
CPT J2004 (Injection, lidocaine w epinephrine) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of lidocaine with epinephrine. Local anesthetic with vasoconstrictor for prolonged duration.
How is J2004 administered?
CPT J2004 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for infiltration anesthesia and nerve blocks with prolonged duration due to vasoconstriction. Epinephrine slows absorption and extends anesthetic effect. It is used by Anesthesiology, Surgery, Dentistry.
When is CPT J2004 used?
Used for infiltration anesthesia and nerve blocks with prolonged duration due to vasoconstriction. Epinephrine slows absorption and extends anesthetic effect.
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