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See a sample rate comparisonHCPCS J2185 (Meropenem) Fee Schedule
Last Verified: November 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, meropenem, 100 mg
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method Drugs, Administered by Injection |
| Common Place of Service | 99 - Other POS |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $0.358 per 100 mg (October 2026 ASP) · View Medicare rates for J2185 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $0.38 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for J2185 |
| Medicare Payment Limit | $0.421  |
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| Related NDC Codes | • 00143-9430-10 - MEROPENEM 500 MG • 00143-9431-10 - MEROPENEM SDV 1 GM • 00409-0222-10 - PREMIERPRO RX MEROPENEM (SDV;USP,PF,LATEX-FREE) 500 MG • 00409-1390-51 - MEROPENEM (LATEX-FREE) 500 MG • 00409-1391-22 - MEROPENEM (LATEX-FREE) 1 GM |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS J2185 by major payers:
$0.60
$0.46
$0.64
$0.46
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HCPCS J2185
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Hialeah Hospital Inc., Hialeah Hospital
$40.00Published rateUPMC Altoona, Altoona Family Physicians Family Centered Obstetrics & Gynecology
UPMC
$0.57Published rateSteadman Clinic
The Steadman Clinic, PLLC
$0.38Published rateThe Frederick Ferris Thompson Hospital, Thomspon Health
The Frederick Ferris Thompson Hospi Tal
$0.34Published ratePortercare Adventist Health System, Adventhealth Porter
$0.31Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS J2185 vs. Other Drugs, Administered by Injection Codes
The HCPCS J2185 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 J2185 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 00143-9430-10-NDC | Moderate | MEROPENEM 500 MG |
| 00143-9431-10-NDC | Moderate | MEROPENEM SDV 1 GM |
| 00409-0222-10-NDC | Moderate | PREMIERPRO RX MEROPENEM (SDV;USP,PF,LATEX-FREE) 500 MG |
| J2185-HCPCS | Low | Injection, meropenem, 100 mg |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS J2185. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the J2185 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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