J3290 Injection, tranexamic acid 5 milligrams
Also known as: tranexamic acid, Lysteda, antifibrinolytic
Tranexamic acid 5 milligram injection is an antifibrinolytic used to reduce blood loss during surgery and for hemophilia bleeding control.
In Plain Language
bleeding control injection; blood clot stabilizer
Clinical Context
Used perioperatively to reduce bleeding and transfusion requirements in major surgery. Also used for bleeding management in hemophilia and heavy menstrual bleeding. Stabilizes clot formation through plasmin inhibition.
RVU Information
CPT J3290 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 J3290?
CPT J3290 (Injection, tranexamic acid 5 milligrams) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Tranexamic acid 5 milligram injection is an antifibrinolytic used to reduce blood loss during surgery and for hemophilia bleeding control.
How is J3290 administered?
CPT J3290 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used perioperatively to reduce bleeding and transfusion requirements in major surgery. Also used for bleeding management in hemophilia and heavy menstrual bleeding. Stabilizes clot formation through plasmin inhibition. It is used by Surgery, Hematology, Anesthesiology.
When is CPT J3290 used?
Used perioperatively to reduce bleeding and transfusion requirements in major surgery. Also used for bleeding management in hemophilia and heavy menstrual bleeding. Stabilizes clot formation through plasmin inhibition.
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