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HCPCS J9178 (Ellence) Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 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

Chemotherapy Drugs

Common Place of Service

11 - Office

None

Complexity LevelLow
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Medicare Payment Limit
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Related NDC Codes

• 00009-5091-01 - ELLENCE (S.D.V.,PF) 2 MG/ML

• 00009-5091-25 - ELLENCE SDV; ONCO-TAIN 2 MG/1 ML

• 00009-5093-01 - ELLENCE (S.D.V.,PF) 2 MG/ML

• 00009-5093-10 - ELLENCE SDV; ONCO-TAIN 2 MG/1 ML


National average reimbursement for HCPCS J9178 by major payers:

bcbs

$1.77

uhc

$1.90

aetna

$1.87

cigna

$1.84

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HCPCS J9178
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Zunaira Choudhary

    NJHematology & Oncology PhysicianNPI 1093192692Tax ID 81-5309615

    $2.84Published rate
  2. Deborah Butzbach

    NJRadiation Oncology PhysicianNPI 1871595348Tax ID 23-2865181

    $1.79Published rate
  3. Dov Gorshein

    NJHematology (Internal Medicine) PhysicianNPI 1396897732Tax ID 22-2810004

    $1.72Published rate
  4. Rutgers Health-Rwj Scleroderma Program, Rutgers Health- Rwj Cancer Institute Of New Jersey

    NJMedical Oncology PhysicianNPI 1518904929Tax ID 22-3371727

    $1.62Published rate
  5. Arvind Kumar

    NJHematology & Oncology PhysicianNPI 1356357479Tax ID 22-3439054

    $1.29Published rate

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HCPCS J9178 vs. Other Chemotherapy Drugs Codes

The HCPCS J9178 code is part of the Chemotherapy Drugs services . 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 J9178 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
00009-5091-01-NDCModerateELLENCE (S.D.V.,PF) 2 MG/ML
00009-5091-25-NDCModerateELLENCE SDV; ONCO-TAIN 2 MG/1 ML
00009-5093-01-NDCModerateELLENCE (S.D.V.,PF) 2 MG/ML
J9178-HCPCSLowInjection, epirubicin HCl, 2 mg

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS J9178. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the J9178 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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