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HCPCS J1885 (Ketorolac Tromethamine) 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, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method

Drugs, Administered by Injection

Common Place of Service

None

11 - Office

20 - Urgent Care Facility

Complexity LevelLow
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Medicare Payment Limit
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Related NDC Codes

• 00338-0069-10 - KETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE 15 MG/1 ML

• 00338-0072-25 - KETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE 30 MG/1 ML

• 00409-3793-01 - KETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE (USP,FLIPTOP VIAL) 15 MG/ML

• 00409-3793-25 - KETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE USP,FLIPTOP VIAL 15 MG/1 ML

• 00409-3795-01 - KETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE (LATEX-FREE) 30 MG/ML


National average reimbursement for HCPCS J1885 by major payers:

bcbs

$0.66

uhc

$0.78

aetna

$0.93

cigna

$0.76

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HCPCS J1885
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Benech Family Care LLC

    TXFamily Nurse PractitionerNPI 1710582036Tax ID 83-3696439

    $10.00Published rate
  2. Kyle Owens

    Lockhart Matter Dermatology PLLC

    TXDermatology PhysicianNPI 1497286322Tax ID 87-1043007

    $8.23Published rate
  3. Paul Jackson

    Jackson Clinic

    TXInternal Medicine PhysicianNPI 1154435899Tax ID 75-2717597

    $0.61Published rate
  4. Jilu Varghese

    Villagemd Of Southeast Texas, PA

    TXFamily Medicine PhysicianNPI 1386875698Tax ID 81-3193170

    $0.55Published rate
  5. Shawn White

    Premier Independent Physicians Group Inc

    TXFamily Medicine PhysicianNPI 1396764767Tax ID 82-2312224

    $0.49Published rate

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HCPCS J1885 vs. Other Drugs, Administered by Injection Codes

The HCPCS J1885 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 J1885 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
00338-0069-10-NDCModerateKETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE 15 MG/1 ML
00338-0072-25-NDCModerateKETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE 30 MG/1 ML
00409-3793-01-NDCModerateKETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE (USP,FLIPTOP VIAL) 15 MG/ML
J1885-HCPCSLowInjection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS J1885. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the J1885 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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