J7030 HCPCS code: Infusion, normal saline solution , 1000 cc
J7030 is the HCPCS Level II code for infusion, normal saline solution , 1000 cc. In 2024 Medicare paid an average of $2.01 per service for J7030 across 286,198 services. Its Medicare coverage code is D (Special coverage instructions apply): Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met. The NCCI unit limit is 20 per day on outpatient hospital claims. Medicare volume rose 10% from 2022 to 2024 (260,127 to 286,198 services). In 2024, about 14,625 clinicians billed Medicare for J7030 for 82,405 beneficiaries; Florida, California, Texas accounted for 37% of services.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | J codes — Drugs administered other than oral method |
| Coverage code | D — Special coverage instructions apply |
| Pricing indicator | 51 — Drug or biological (priced per ASP/average sales price rules) |
| BETOS category | O1E — Other drugs |
| Added | 1982-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 1997-01-01 |
Who bills J7030 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Clinicians billing (by place of service) | 14,625 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 82,405 |
| States with claims | 57 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (Florida, California, Texas) | 37% |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for J7030, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 260,127 | 80,953 | $2.60 | $2.03 |
| 2023 | 286,431 | 85,148 | $2.51 | $1.96 |
| 2024 | 286,198 | 82,405 | $2.58 | $2.01 |
States with the most J7030 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 36,402 | $2.04 |
| California | 36,117 | $2.03 |
| Texas | 32,424 | $2.02 |
| Illinois | 16,423 | $2.01 |
| New York | 12,050 | $1.98 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| outpatient hospital claims | 20 | Clinical: Data |
| practitioner claims | 5 | Clinical: Data |
What changed for J7030
- 1982-01-01: J7030 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 J7030?
J7030 is the HCPCS Level II code for infusion, normal saline solution , 1000 cc. Short descriptor: "Normal saline solution infus".
How much does Medicare pay for J7030?
In 2024, the average Medicare payment was $2.01 per service (average allowed $2.58).
Does Medicare cover J7030?
Coverage code D — Special coverage instructions apply. Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met.
How many units of J7030 can be billed per day?
20 on outpatient hospital claims; 5 on practitioner claims (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related J70 codes
- J7040 — Infusion, normal saline solution, sterile (500 ml = 1 unit)
- J7042 — 5% dextrose/normal saline (500 ml = 1 unit)
- J7050 — Infusion, normal saline solution, 250 cc
- J7060 — 5% dextrose/water (500 ml = 1 unit)
- J7070 — Infusion, d5w, 1000 cc
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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.