J1817 – Insulin for administration through dme (i.e., insulin pump) per 50 units
HCPCS Level II code · J codes: Drugs Administered Other Than Oral Method
HCPCS codeJ1817
- Long description
- Insulin for administration through dme (i.e., insulin pump) per 50 units
- Short description
- Insulin for insulin pump use
- Pricing indicator
51Drugs- Medicare coverage
CCarrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor- BETOS category
D1GDrugs Administered through DME- Added
- January 1, 2003
- Last change
- January 1, 2003 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code J1817?
J1817 is a HCPCS Level II code for insulin for administration through dme (i.e., insulin pump) per 50 units.
Does Medicare cover J1817?
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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Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.