Home
Career Stage
Medical Students Residents Attendings CPT Codes Resources Blog Support

J3291 Tranexamic acid in sod chlor

J Codes (Drugs)

Also known as: tranexamic acid, tranexamic acid in saline, antifibrinolytic

Tranexamic acid in sodium chloride solution injection is an antifibrinolytic agent formulated in saline solution for intravenous bleeding control.

In Plain Language

bleeding control injection; blood clot stabilizer

Clinical Context

Used for perioperative bleeding reduction and hemophilia management. Pre-formulated in sodium chloride solution for convenient intravenous administration. Stabilizes clot formation through plasmin inhibition.

RVU Information

CPT J3291 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

SurgeryHematologyAnesthesiology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code J3291?

CPT J3291 (Tranexamic acid in sod chlor) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Tranexamic acid in sodium chloride solution injection is an antifibrinolytic agent formulated in saline solution for intravenous bleeding control.

How is J3291 administered?

CPT J3291 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for perioperative bleeding reduction and hemophilia management. Pre-formulated in sodium chloride solution for convenient intravenous administration. Stabilizes clot formation through plasmin inhibition. It is used by Surgery, Hematology, Anesthesiology.

When is CPT J3291 used?

Used for perioperative bleeding reduction and hemophilia management. Pre-formulated in sodium chloride solution for convenient intravenous administration. Stabilizes clot formation through plasmin inhibition.

Track This Code in RVU Edge

Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against MGMA data — all in one app.

CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.