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HCPCS J8498 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: November 2025

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.

Antiemetic drug, rectal/suppository, not otherwise specified
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method

Drugs, Not Otherwise Classified

Common Place of Service

None

50 - Federally Qualified Health Center

11 - Office

Complexity LevelLow
Related NDC Codes

00574-7226-12 - COMPRO 25 MG

00713-0135-12 - PROCHLORPERAZINE 25 MG

00713-0526-12 - PROMETHEGAN 25 MG

00713-0536-12 - PROMETHEGAN 12.5 MG

31722-0040-31 - PROMETHAZINE HCL (USP) 12.5 MG


National average reimbursement for HCPCS J8498 by major payers:

bcbs

$54.80

uhc

$39.93

aetna

$49.42

cigna

$10.99

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United
J8498$64.001295163244 - MONTEFIORE NEW ROCHELLE HOSPITAL, MONTEFIORE NEW ROCHELLE PROFESSIONAL BILLING462931956 - (NY) MONTEFIORE NEW ROCHELLE HOSPITALNYGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
J8498$64.001295163244 - MONTEFIORE NEW ROCHELLE HOSPITAL, MONTEFIORE NEW ROCHELLE PROFESSIONAL BILLING462931956 - (NY) MONTEFIORE NEW ROCHELLE HOSPITALNYGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
J8498$64.001013345065 - MONTEFIORE MOUNT VERNON HOSPITAL, MONTEFIORE MOUNT VERNON PROFESSIONAL BILLING462916938 - (NY) MONTEFIORE MOUNT VERNON HOSPITALNYGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
J8498$64.001013345065 - MONTEFIORE MOUNT VERNON HOSPITAL, MONTEFIORE MOUNT VERNON PROFESSIONAL BILLING462916938 - (NY) MONTEFIORE MOUNT VERNON HOSPITALNYGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
J8498$64.001922079094 - SOUTH NASSAU COMMUNITIES HOSPITAL111352310 - (NY) SOUTH NASSAU COMMUNITIES HOSPITALNYGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
J8498$64.001922079094 - SOUTH NASSAU COMMUNITIES HOSPITAL111352310 - (NY) SOUTH NASSAU COMMUNITIES HOSPITALNYGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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HCPCS J8498 vs. Other Drugs, Not Otherwise Classified Codes

The HCPCS J8498 code is part of the Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method services used for Drugs, Not Otherwise Classified. 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 J8498 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
00574-7226-12-NDCModerateCOMPRO 25 MG
00713-0135-12-NDCModeratePROCHLORPERAZINE 25 MG
00713-0526-12-NDCModeratePROMETHEGAN 25 MG
J8498-HCPCSLowAntiemetic drug, rectal/suppository, not otherwise specified

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS J8498. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the J8498 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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