J1444 HCPCS code: Injection, ferric pyrophosphate citrate powder, 0.1 mg of iron
J1444 is the HCPCS Level II code for injection, ferric pyrophosphate citrate powder, 0.1 mg of iron. Its Medicare coverage code is C (Carrier judgment): Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | J codes — Drugs administered other than oral method |
| Coverage code | C — Carrier judgment |
| Pricing indicator | 51 — Drug or biological (priced per ASP/average sales price rules) |
| BETOS category | O1E — Other drugs |
| Added | 2019-07-01 |
| Last action effective | 2019-07-01 |
What changed for J1444
- 2019-07-01: J1444 added to HCPCS Level II
- Next scheduled CMS quarterly update (HCPCS and DMEPOS fee schedule): 2027-01-01
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code J1444?
J1444 is the HCPCS Level II code for injection, ferric pyrophosphate citrate powder, 0.1 mg of iron. Short descriptor: "Fe pyro cit pow 0.1 mg iron".
Does Medicare cover J1444?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2025; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule; CMS NCCI MUE tables; CMS Medicare utilization (physician and DME supplier files); CMS Medicare Coverage Database articles. Fees are Medicare allowables, not commercial rates. Not billing or legal advice.