J8502 HCPCS code: Injection, aprepitant (aponvie), 1 mg
J8502 is the HCPCS Level II code for injection, aprepitant (aponvie), 1 mg. 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 | 2026-04-01 |
| Last action effective | 2026-04-01 |
What changed for J8502
- April 2026: Code appears in this HCPCS release
- 2026-04-01: J8502 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 J8502?
J8502 is the HCPCS Level II code for injection, aprepitant (aponvie), 1 mg. Short descriptor: "Inj, aponvie, 1 mg".
Does Medicare cover J8502?
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 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.