HCPCS J0162
Injection epinephrine (fresenius)
HCPCS J0162 at a glance
- Code
- J0162
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Inj epinephrine (fresenius)
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is HCPCS code J0162?
HCPCS J0162 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Inj epinephrine (fresenius)". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is HCPCS J0162 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
HCPCS J0162 is an ancillary service that can be provided in the ASC setting when it supports a surgical procedure.
Where is HCPCS J0162 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.