HurriCaine ONE^® Benzocaine

HurriCaine ONE Benzocaine works rapidly, typically within 15 to 30 seconds of application. 

Its 20% benzocaine formulation provides fast-acting topical anesthesia, making it ideal for short procedures or as a preparatory step before local anesthetic injections. The onset is nearly immediate on mucous membranes, offering quick relief and enhancing patient comfort. 

1. Active Ingredient & Strength
   • HurriCaine ONE contains 20% benzocaine, the most commonly used and fast-acting topical anesthetic for oral mucosa.
2. Onset of Action
   • Rapid onset—typically within 15–30 seconds.
   • Comparable or faster than most other topicals, ensuring quick patient relief and efficient procedural flow.
3. Application
   • Unit-dose spray ensures precise, hygienic, single-use application, reducing contamination risk.
   • Many other anesthetics come in multi-use tubes, gels, or sprays, increasing the potential for cross-contamination and dosing inconsistency.
4. Infection Control Compliance
   • HurriCaine ONE supports CDC and Joint Commission guidelines favoring single-patient-use products.
5. Flavor & Patient Comfort
   • Pleasant flavor enhances patient tolerance.
   • Some alternatives may have a bitter taste or irritant potential.
6. Safety Profile
   • HurriCaine ONE delivers a localized effect with minimal systemic absorption when used as directed.

In most clinical settings, HurriCaine ONE Benzocaine is considered an over-the-counter (OTC) product and is not separately reimbursable under standard medical or dental billing codes. It is typically viewed as an inclusive supply—part of the overall service or procedure provided (e.g., dental cleaning, injection, minor oral procedure).

However, some practices may account for its use as a line-item supply in institutional or bundled billing environments (such as in surgery centers or hospitals), depending on payer policies and contractual agreements.

Key Considerations:

• No specific CPT or HCPCS code is assigned for HurriCaine ONE.
• It may be documented as part of the procedure note or bundled under general anesthesia/local preparation.
• Medicaid/Medicare and most commercial insurers do not reimburse OTC topical anesthetics unless incorporated into a broader reimbursable service.

Recommendation:
Check with your facility’s billing department or third-party payers for local guidance. You can also consult your state’s Medicaid OTC drug policy, especially if HurriCaine ONE is dispensed in specific care settings like long-term care or clinics.

HurriCaine ONE is carried by your normal Medical-Surgical distributors and Pharmacy Drug wholesalers. When ordering, search for the item numbers or HurriCaine ONE. Products are also listed under Beutlich^® Pharmaceuticals.