J1556 – Injection, immune globulin (bivigam), 500 mg
HCPCS Level II code · J codes: Drugs Administered Other Than Oral Method
HCPCS codeJ1556
- Long description
- Injection, immune globulin (bivigam), 500 mg
- Short description
- Inj, imm glob bivigam, 500mg
- Pricing indicator
51Drugs- Medicare coverage
CCarrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor- BETOS category
O1EOther drugs- ASC
- Approved for ambulatory surgical centers
- Added
- January 1, 2014
- Last change
- January 1, 2014 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code J1556?
J1556 is a HCPCS Level II code for injection, immune globulin (bivigam), 500 mg.
Does Medicare cover J1556?
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.
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- J1558 – Injection, immune globulin (xembify), 100 mg
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Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.