HCPCS Code J7309

Methyl aminolevulinate (mal) for topical administration, 16.8%, 1 gram
Code effective Jan 01, 2026

HCPCS Section
Drugs administered other than oral method, chemotherapy drugs

J7309 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Methyl aminolevulinate (mal) for topical administration, 16.8%, 1 gram or (Methyl aminolevulinate, top) for short. HCPCS J7309 has been effective since 01/01/2026 and applies to Other medical items or services.

HCPCS Code Details - J7309

HCPCS Level II Code
Section J - Drugs administered other than oral method, chemotherapy drugs
HCPCS Code J7309
Description

Long description:
Methyl aminolevulinate (mal) for topical administration, 16.8%, 1 gram

Short description:
Methyl aminolevulinate, top

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 9 - Other medical items or services
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 2026
Date added Added Jan 01, 2011
Termination date Dec 31, 2025

See also

  • HCPCS J7308 · Aminolevulinic acid hcl for topical administration, 20%, single unit dosage form (354 mg)

  • HCPCS J7310 · Ganciclovir, 4.5 mg, long-acting implant

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