J8499Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method

Prescription drug, oral, non chemotherapeutic, nos

Short description: Oral prescrip drug non chemo

Effective date
January 1, 1997
Termination date

Related codes (J-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code J8499?

J8499 is a HCPCS Level II code for Prescription drug, oral, non chemotherapeutic, nos.

What category is HCPCS code J8499 in?

J8499 falls under the Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code J8499 become effective?

J8499 has been effective since January 1, 1997, per CMS's quarterly HCPCS update.

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