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HCPCS J1610 (Glucagen) Fee Schedule

Last Verified: September 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, glucagon hydrochloride, per 1 mg
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method

Drugs, Administered by Injection

Common Place of Service

None

11 - Office

49 - Independent Clinic

Complexity LevelLow
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Related NDC Codes

00378-8067-90 - GLUCAGON EMERGENCY KIT W/DILUENT SYRINGE,LYOPHILIZED 1 MG

00548-5850-00 - GLUCAGON EMERGENCY KIT (W/DILUENT SYRINGE) 1 MG

54868-5070-00 - GLUCAGON EMERGENCY KIT 1 MG

70748-0311-01 - GLUCAGON EMERGENCY KIT W/DILUENT SYRINGE,LYOPHILIZED 1 MG


National average reimbursement for HCPCS J1610 by major payers:

bcbs

$173.81

uhc

$203.36

aetna

$210.81

cigna

$202.77

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HCPCS J1610
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  1. Allina Health System, Owatonna Hospital

    Allina Health System

    MNGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1528025632Tax ID 36-3261413

    $422.48Published rate
  2. University Of Miss Medical Center, University Of Ms Medical Center

    Hattiesburg Clinic, P.A.

    MSGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1790864023Tax ID 64-0507572

    $234.86Published rate
  3. Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore, Inc.

    Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Inc

    MDGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1285672204Tax ID 52-0486540

    $192.30Published rate
  4. Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital, Inc., Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital

    Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital Inc

    LAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1093140600Tax ID 46-3123178

    $184.17Published rate
  5. North Shore Medical Center, Inc., North Shore Medical Center

    FLGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1720019995Tax ID 75-2932830

    $55.00Published rate

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HCPCS J1610 vs. Other Drugs, Administered by Injection Codes

The HCPCS J1610 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 J1610 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
00378-8067-90-NDCModerateGLUCAGON EMERGENCY KIT W/DILUENT SYRINGE,LYOPHILIZED 1 MG
00548-5850-00-NDCModerateGLUCAGON EMERGENCY KIT (W/DILUENT SYRINGE) 1 MG
54868-5070-00-NDCModerateGLUCAGON EMERGENCY KIT 1 MG
J1610-HCPCSLowInjection, glucagon hydrochloride, per 1 mg

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS J1610. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the J1610 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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