J2795 Ropivacaine hcl injection
Also known as: ropivacaine, naropin
Injection of ropivacaine hydrochloride (HCl) (Naropin), a long-acting local anesthetic used for infiltration, peripheral nerve blocks, and epidural anesthesia.
In Plain Language
numbing medication; local anesthetic
Clinical Context
Used for regional anesthesia techniques including nerve blocks, infiltration anesthesia, and epidural anesthesia with longer duration than lidocaine.
RVU Information
CPT J2795 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 J2795?
CPT J2795 (Ropivacaine hcl injection) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of ropivacaine hydrochloride (HCl) (Naropin), a long-acting local anesthetic used for infiltration, peripheral nerve blocks, and epidural anesthesia.
How is J2795 administered?
CPT J2795 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for regional anesthesia techniques including nerve blocks, infiltration anesthesia, and epidural anesthesia with longer duration than lidocaine. It is used by Anesthesiology, Regional Anesthesia.
When is CPT J2795 used?
Used for regional anesthesia techniques including nerve blocks, infiltration anesthesia, and epidural anesthesia with longer duration than lidocaine.
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