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HCPCS J8541 (Hemady) 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.

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Key FactDetail
Service Type

Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method

Chemotherapy Drugs, Oral and IV Administration

Complexity LevelLow
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National average reimbursement for HCPCS J8541 by major payers:

bcbs

$0.39

uhc

$0.38

aetna

$1.42

cigna

$1.98

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HCPCS J8541
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Rice County District One Hospital, District One Hospital

    Allina Health System

    MNGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1194751313Tax ID 36-3261413

    $0.89Published rate
  2. Hca Physician Services

    FLGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1649431388Tax ID 76-0726651

    $0.41Published rate
  3. Caroline Collins

    North Florida Surgeons, P.A.

    FLGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1639783889Tax ID 59-3366100

    $0.37Published rate
  4. Tuality Healthcare, Thc Based Physicians

    Tuality Healthcare

    ORGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1336228659Tax ID 93-1122713

    $0.34Published rate
  5. Siripanth Nippita

    Planned Parenthood Of Greater New York Hcsr

    NYGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1265699375Tax ID 13-2621497

    $0.25Published rate

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HCPCS J8541 vs. Other Chemotherapy Drugs, Oral and IV Administration Codes

The HCPCS J8541 code is part of the Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method services used for Chemotherapy Drugs, Oral and IV Administration. 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 J8541 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
J8541-HCPCSLowDexamethasone (hemady), oral, 0.25 mg

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS J8541. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the J8541 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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