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HCPCS J0520 (Bethanechol Chloride) Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Injection, bethanechol chloride, myotonachol or urecholine, up to 5 mg
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method

Drugs, Administered by Injection

Common Place of Service

11 - Office

None

Complexity LevelLow
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Related NDC Codes

• 51927-2097-00 - BETHANECHOL CHLORIDE (U.S.P.)

• 62991-1530-02 - BETHANECHOL CHLORIDE (U.S.P.)

• 62991-1530-03 - BETHANECHOL CHLORIDE (U.S.P.)


National average reimbursement for HCPCS J0520 by major payers:

bcbs

$9.36

uhc

$5.70

aetna

$5.02

cigna

$4.88

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HCPCS J0520
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  1. Andreas Rimner

    NYGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1508060963Tax ID 30-0937486

    $9.89Published rate
  2. Fayetteville Vamc

    NCGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1578516902Tax ID 56-1303855

    $5.61Published rate
  3. Poudre Valley Health Care Inc., Poudre Valley Hospital

    Poudre Valley Health Care Inc

    COGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1215332762Tax ID 84-1262971

    $5.61Published rate
  4. Mcdowell Hospital

    NCGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1841314499Tax ID 20-0514425

    $5.61Published rate
  5. Oroville Hospital

    CAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1780736769Tax ID 94-1634554

    $4.48Published rate

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HCPCS J0520 vs. Other Drugs, Administered by Injection Codes

The HCPCS J0520 code is part of the Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method services used for Drugs, Administered by Injection. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The HCPCS J0520 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
51927-2097-00-NDCModerateBETHANECHOL CHLORIDE (U.S.P.)
62991-1530-02-NDCModerateBETHANECHOL CHLORIDE (U.S.P.)
62991-1530-03-NDCModerateBETHANECHOL CHLORIDE (U.S.P.)
J0520-HCPCSLowInjection, bethanechol chloride, myotonachol or urecholine, up to 5 mg

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS J0520. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the J0520 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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