S0092 Hydromorphone 250 milligrams
Also known as: Dilaudid, hydromorphone, opioid pain reliever
Hydromorphone oral medication at 250 milligrams, an opioid analgesic.
In Plain Language
strong pain medicine; opioid pain relief; narcotics for severe pain
Clinical Context
Used for moderate to severe pain management. Hydromorphone is approximately 7-8 times more potent than morphine.
RVU Information
CPT S0092 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
S-codes are used by private payers (not Medicare) for services without a standard CPT or HCPCS code. Coverage varies significantly between insurers. Verify payer acceptance before billing and document medical necessity thoroughly.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code S0092?
CPT S0092 (Hydromorphone 250 milligrams) is a S Codes code. Hydromorphone oral medication at 250 milligrams, an opioid analgesic.
Is S0092 covered by insurance?
S0092 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Used for moderate to severe pain management. Hydromorphone is approximately 7-8 times more potent than morphine.
When is CPT S0092 used?
Used for moderate to severe pain management. Hydromorphone is approximately 7-8 times more potent than morphine.
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