J2598 HCPCS code: Injection, vasopressin, 1 unit
J2598 is the HCPCS Level II code for injection, vasopressin, 1 unit. In 2024 Medicare paid an average of $1.41 per service for J2598 across 289 services. Its Medicare coverage code is C (Carrier judgment): Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case. In 2024, about 12 clinicians billed Medicare for J2598 for 27 beneficiaries.
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 | 2023-07-01 |
| Last action effective | 2024-01-01 |
Who bills J2598 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Clinicians billing (by place of service) | 12 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 27 |
| States with claims | 0 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for J2598, 2024–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 289 | 27 | $1.77 | $1.41 |
What changed for J2598
- 2023-07-01: J2598 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 J2598?
J2598 is the HCPCS Level II code for injection, vasopressin, 1 unit. Short descriptor: "Inj, vasopressin, 1 unit".
How much does Medicare pay for J2598?
In 2024, the average Medicare payment was $1.41 per service (average allowed $1.77).
Does Medicare cover J2598?
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.