HCPCS Code J7042

5% dextrose/normal saline (500 ml = 1 unit)
Code effective Jan 01, 1997

HCPCS Section
Drugs administered other than oral method, chemotherapy drugs

J7042 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning 5% dextrose/normal saline (500 ml = 1 unit) or (5% dextrose/normal saline) for short. HCPCS J7042 has been effective since 01/01/1997 and applies to Medical care.

HCPCS Code Details - J7042

HCPCS Level II Code
Section J - Drugs administered other than oral method, chemotherapy drugs
HCPCS Code J7042
Description

Long description:
5% dextrose/normal saline (500 ml = 1 unit)

Short description:
5% dextrose/normal saline

HCPCS Pricing indicator 51 - Drugs
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Coverage code D - Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS2 code O1E - Other drugs
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service 1 - Medical care
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 1997
Date added Added Jan 01, 1984

See also

  • HCPCS J7040 · Infusion, normal saline solution, sterile (500 ml = 1 unit)

  • HCPCS J7050 · Infusion, normal saline solution, 250 cc

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