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HCPCS J0801 (H.P. Acthar) Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

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

Injection, corticotropin (acthar gel), up to 40 units
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method

Drugs, Administered by Injection

Complexity LevelHigh
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WAC Price
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National average reimbursement for HCPCS J0801 by major payers:

bcbs

$4,356.75

uhc

$4,956.60

aetna

$8,095.94

cigna

$4,838.81

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HCPCS J0801
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  1. Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Inc.

    Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital Inc

    WIGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1629056890Tax ID 39-0910727

    $9,583.04Published rate
  2. Prisma Health-Upstate, Prisma Health Cancer Inst-Greer

    Prisma Health-University Medical Group

    SCGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1841746948Tax ID 57-1004971

    $4,125.08Published rate
  3. Sisters Of Charity Hospital Of Buffalo New York

    NYGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1790727543Tax ID 16-0743187

    $3,827.83Published rate
  4. Hardin County General Hospital, Hardin Medical Center

    Hardin County General Hospital

    TNGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1699754812Tax ID 62-6002428

    $3,750.08Published rate
  5. New York City Health And Hospitals Corporation, Kings County Hospital Center

    New York City Health And Hospitals Corporation

    NYGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1043224355Tax ID 13-2655001

    $3,001.02Published rate

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HCPCS J0801 vs. Other Drugs, Administered by Injection Codes

The HCPCS J0801 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 J0801 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
J0801-HCPCSHighInjection, corticotropin (acthar gel), up to 40 units

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS J0801. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the J0801 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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