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HCPCS J1806 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: August 2025

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, esmolol hydrochloride (wg critical care) not therapeutically equivalent to j1805, 10 mg
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method

Drugs, Administered by Injection

Common Place of Service

None

24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center

Common Modifiers
Complexity LevelModerate

National average reimbursement for HCPCS J1806 by major payers:

bcbs

$0.39

uhc

$0.38

aetna

$0.44

cigna

$0.39

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HCPCS J1806 vs. Other Drugs, Administered by Injection Codes

The HCPCS J1806 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 J1806 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
J1805Low
Injection, esmolol hydrochloride, 10 mg
J1806Low
Injection, esmolol hydrochloride (wg critical care) not therapeutically equivalent to j1805, 10 mg
J1810Low
Injection, droperidol and fentanyl Citrate, up to 2 ml ampule

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS J1806. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the J1806 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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