J0291 – Injection, plazomicin, 5 mg

HCPCS Level II code · J codes: Drugs Administered Other Than Oral Method

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeJ0291
Long description
Injection, plazomicin, 5 mg
Short description
Inj., plazomicin, 5 mg
Pricing indicator
51 Drugs
Medicare coverage
C Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor
BETOS category
O1E Other drugs
ASC
Approved for ambulatory surgical centers
Added
October 1, 2019
Last change
October 1, 2019 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code J0291?

J0291 is a HCPCS Level II code for injection, plazomicin, 5 mg.

Does Medicare cover J0291?

The HCPCS file lists coverage code C: Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.

Nearby J codes

Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.