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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare 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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method Drugs, Administered by Injection |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 20 - Urgent Care Facility |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $0.874 per 5 mg (October 2026 ASP) · View Medicare rates for J1921 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $0.925 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for J1921 |
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| Related NDC Codes | • 00143-9183-10 - LABETALOL HCL 10X4ML,SDV 5 MG/1 ML • 00641-6252-10 - LABETALOL HCL (10X2ML,SDS,PF) 5 MG/1 ML |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS J1921 by major payers:

$1.77

$1.74

$1.84

$1.76
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Fairview Health Services, Fairview Diagnostic Laboratory
Heart Hospital Of South Dakota LLC, Avera Heart Hospital Of South Dakota LLC
Avera Health
Intermountain Front Range, Inc.
Scl Health - Front Range Inc
Miroslav Vytrisal
Ellis Hospital
Curators Of The University Of Missouri, Women'S And Children'S Hospital
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS J1921 vs. Other Drugs, Administered by Injection Codes
The HCPCS J1921 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 J1921 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.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 00143-9183-10-NDC | Moderate | LABETALOL HCL 10X4ML,SDV 5 MG/1 ML |
| 00641-6252-10-NDC | Moderate | LABETALOL HCL (10X2ML,SDS,PF) 5 MG/1 ML |
| J1920-HCPCS | Low | Injection, labetalol hydrochloride, 5 mg |
| J1921-HCPCS | Low | Injection, labetalol hydrochloride (hikma), not therapeutically equivalent to j1920, 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 J1921. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the J1921 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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