J1640Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method

Injection, hemin, 1 mg

Short description: Hemin, 1 mg

Effective date
January 1, 2006
Termination date

Related codes (J-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code J1640?

J1640 is a HCPCS Level II code for Injection, hemin, 1 mg.

What category is HCPCS code J1640 in?

J1640 falls under the Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code J1640 become effective?

J1640 has been effective since January 1, 2006, per CMS's quarterly HCPCS update.

HCPCS Level II data from CMS (public domain). HCPCS Level I (CPT) codes are not included — CPT is copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.