J1815Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method

Injection, insulin, per 5 units

Short description: Insulin injection

Effective date
January 1, 2003
Termination date

Related codes (J-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code J1815?

J1815 is a HCPCS Level II code for Injection, insulin, per 5 units.

What category is HCPCS code J1815 in?

J1815 falls under the Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code J1815 become effective?

J1815 has been effective since January 1, 2003, 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.