J7120 HCPCS code: Ringers lactate infusion, up to 1000 cc
J7120 is the HCPCS Level II code for ringers lactate infusion, up to 1000 cc. In 2024 Medicare paid an average of $1.85 per service for J7120 across 19,097 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 fell 20% from 2022 to 2024 (23,802 to 19,097 services). In 2024, about 2,170 clinicians billed Medicare for J7120 for 7,709 beneficiaries; California, Florida, New York accounted for 47% 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 J7120 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Clinicians billing (by place of service) | 2,170 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 7,709 |
| States with claims | 47 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (California, Florida, New York) | 47% |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for J7120, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 23,802 | 10,894 | $2.44 | $1.88 |
| 2023 | 22,325 | 9,990 | $2.41 | $1.84 |
| 2024 | 19,097 | 7,709 | $2.40 | $1.85 |
States with the most J7120 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6,367 | $1.87 |
| Florida | 1,395 | $1.91 |
| New York | 1,164 | $1.90 |
| Texas | 1,159 | $1.85 |
| Massachusetts | 891 | $1.71 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| outpatient hospital claims | 20 | Clinical: Data |
| practitioner claims | 4 | Clinical: Data |
What changed for J7120
- 1982-01-01: J7120 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 J7120?
J7120 is the HCPCS Level II code for ringers lactate infusion, up to 1000 cc. Short descriptor: "Ringers lactate infusion".
How much does Medicare pay for J7120?
In 2024, the average Medicare payment was $1.85 per service (average allowed $2.40).
Does Medicare cover J7120?
Coverage code D — Special coverage instructions apply. Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met.
How many units of J7120 can be billed per day?
20 on outpatient hospital claims; 4 on practitioner claims (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related J71 codes
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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.