Mr. Smith was admitted for management of chronic lower back pain, and 0.2 mg of fentanyl nitrate was administered by IV. What codes are used to report the fentanyl administration?

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J3010 is the correct HCPCS code for the administration of fentanyl, including fentanyl citrate, at a dosage of 0.1 mg. Since the patient received 0.2 mg, it is appropriate to report J3010 twice to accurately represent the administered dosage.

Mr Smith Was Admitted for Management of Chronic Lower Back