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HCPCS J2540 (Penicillin G Potassium) 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, penicillin G potassium, up to 600, 000 units
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method

Drugs, Administered by Injection

Common Place of Service

None

99 - Other POS

Complexity LevelLow
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Medicare Payment Limit
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Related NDC Codes

00049-0520-83 - PFIZERPEN (VIAL, PHARMACY BOTTLE) 5 Million U

00049-0530-28 - PFIZERPEN (VIAL, PHARMACY BOTTLE) 20 Million U

00338-1023-41 - PENICILLIN G POTASSIUM (GALAXY,PREMIX) 2 Million U/50 ML

00338-1025-41 - PENICILLIN G POTASSIUM (GALAXY,PREMIX) 3 Million U/50 ML

00781-6135-95 - PENICILLIN G POTASSIUM 5 Million U


National average reimbursement for HCPCS J2540 by major payers:

bcbs

$0.96

uhc

$1.07

aetna

$1.18

cigna

$1.10

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HCPCS J2540
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Behavioral And Speech Institute Inc

    TXMulti-Specialty GroupNPI 1689185530Tax ID 82-2953517

    $60.00Published rate
  2. Jesus Rodriguez

    Su Clinica Familiar

    TXFamily Medicine PhysicianNPI 1003227018Tax ID 74-2357970

    $1.07Published rate
  3. Hamid Hamdi

    Ut Physicians

    TXNeurology PhysicianNPI 1689645541Tax ID 38-4109786

    $0.82Published rate
  4. Capital Infectious Disease Associates

    TXInfectious Disease PhysicianNPI 1881990786Tax ID 27-4104074

    $0.77Published rate
  5. Adult Health Clinic

    TXInternal Medicine PhysicianNPI 1225584113Tax ID 81-3657869

    $0.76Published rate

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HCPCS J2540 vs. Other Drugs, Administered by Injection Codes

The HCPCS J2540 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 J2540 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
00049-0520-83-NDCModeratePFIZERPEN (VIAL, PHARMACY BOTTLE) 5 Million U
00049-0530-28-NDCModeratePFIZERPEN (VIAL, PHARMACY BOTTLE) 20 Million U
00338-1023-41-NDCModeratePENICILLIN G POTASSIUM (GALAXY,PREMIX) 2 Million U/50 ML
J2540-HCPCSLowInjection, penicillin G potassium, up to 600, 000 units

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS J2540. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the J2540 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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