J2175 Meperidine hydrochl /100 milligrams
Also known as: meperidine, Demerol
Injection of meperidine hydrochloride, 100 milligrams. An opioid analgesic for moderate to severe pain.
In Plain Language
strong pain reliever; opioid injection
Clinical Context
Used for moderate to severe acute pain and postoperative pain management. Meperidine is structurally different from morphine with different metabolite profile.
RVU Information
CPT J2175 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 J2175?
CPT J2175 (Meperidine hydrochl /100 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of meperidine hydrochloride, 100 milligrams. An opioid analgesic for moderate to severe pain.
How is J2175 administered?
CPT J2175 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for moderate to severe acute pain and postoperative pain management. Meperidine is structurally different from morphine with different metabolite profile. It is used by Pain Management, Anesthesiology.
When is CPT J2175 used?
Used for moderate to severe acute pain and postoperative pain management. Meperidine is structurally different from morphine with different metabolite profile.
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