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HCPCS J1955 (Carnitor) 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, levocarnitine, per 1 gm
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method

Drugs, Administered by Injection

Common Place of Service

None

11 - Office

99 - Other POS

Complexity LevelLow
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for J1955
Medicare Payment Limit
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WAC Price
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Related NDC Codes

00143-9852-10 - LEVOCARNITINE (SDV,PF,LATEX-FREE) 200 MG/1 ML

00517-1045-01 - LEVOCARNITINE (SDV,PF) 200 MG/1 ML

00517-1045-05 - LEVOCARNITINE (SDV,PF) 200 MG/1 ML

00517-1075-01 - LEVOCARNITINE (SDV,PF) 200 MG/1 ML

49452-1776-01 - L-CARNITINE HYDROCHLORIDE


National average reimbursement for HCPCS J1955 by major payers:

bcbs

$30.08

uhc

$28.79

aetna

$31.10

cigna

$29.54

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HCPCS J1955
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Bay Area Healthcare Group, Ltd., Corpus Christi Medical Center

    TXGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1508810573Tax ID 75-2387418

    $65.66Published rate
  2. North Shore Medical Center

    Mass General Brigham Incorporated

    MAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1467678433Tax ID 43-399616

    $36.84Published rate
  3. St. Luke'S Methodist Hospital, Inc.

    St Lukes Methodist Hospital

    IAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1164630893Tax ID 42-0504780

    $27.71Published rate
  4. Southwest Medical Care Corporation

    OHGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1740367762Tax ID 34-1444900

    $25.55Published rate
  5. Omaha Vamc

    NEGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1679523054Tax ID 47-0376487

    $25.55Published rate

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HCPCS J1955 vs. Other Drugs, Administered by Injection Codes

The HCPCS J1955 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 J1955 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
00143-9852-10-NDCModerateLEVOCARNITINE (SDV,PF,LATEX-FREE) 200 MG/1 ML
00517-1045-01-NDCModerateLEVOCARNITINE (SDV,PF) 200 MG/1 ML
00517-1045-05-NDCModerateLEVOCARNITINE (SDV,PF) 200 MG/1 ML
J1955-HCPCSLowInjection, levocarnitine, per 1 gm

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS J1955. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the J1955 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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