J7355 HCPCS code: Injection, travoprost, intracameral implant, 1 microgram
J7355 is the HCPCS Level II code for injection, travoprost, intracameral implant, 1 microgram. In 2024 Medicare paid an average of $152.04 per service for J7355 across 102,552 services. Its Medicare coverage code is C (Carrier judgment): Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case. The NCCI unit limit is 150 per day on outpatient hospital claims. In 2024, about 220 clinicians billed Medicare for J7355 for 908 beneficiaries; California, Texas, Georgia accounted for 56% of services.
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 | 2024-07-01 |
| Last action effective | 2024-07-01 |
Who bills J7355 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Clinicians billing (by place of service) | 220 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 908 |
| States with claims | 20 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (California, Texas, Georgia) | 56% |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for J7355, 2024–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 102,552 | 908 | $190.82 | $152.04 |
States with the most J7355 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| California | 29,562 | $150.30 |
| Texas | 14,551 | $152.59 |
| Georgia | 7,875 | $153.20 |
| New Jersey | 4,877 | $151.88 |
| Florida | 4,800 | $153.21 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| outpatient hospital claims | 150 | Anatomic Consideration |
| practitioner claims | 150 | Anatomic Consideration |
What changed for J7355
- 2024-07-01: J7355 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 J7355?
J7355 is the HCPCS Level II code for injection, travoprost, intracameral implant, 1 microgram. Short descriptor: "Inj travoprost intra impl".
How much does Medicare pay for J7355?
In 2024, the average Medicare payment was $152.04 per service (average allowed $190.82).
Does Medicare cover J7355?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
How many units of J7355 can be billed per day?
150 on outpatient hospital claims; 150 on practitioner claims (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related J73 codes
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- J7303 — Contraceptive supply, hormone containing vaginal ring, each
- J7304 — Contraceptive supply, hormone containing patch, each
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- J7307 — Etonogestrel (contraceptive) implant system, including implant and supplies
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- J7309 — Methyl aminolevulinate (mal) for topical administration, 16.8%, 1 gram
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; 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.