J1890 – Injection, cephalothin sodium, up to 1 gram

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

Discontinued March 31, 2025 Special coverage instructions apply

HCPCS codeJ1890
Long description
Injection, cephalothin sodium, up to 1 gram
Short description
Cephalothin sodium injection
Pricing indicator
51 Drugs
Medicare coverage
D Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS category
O1E Other drugs
Added
January 1, 1982
Last change
April 1, 2025 – No change
Termination date
March 31, 2025

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code J1890?

J1890 is a HCPCS Level II code for injection, cephalothin sodium, up to 1 gram. It was discontinued on March 31, 2025.

Does Medicare cover J1890?

The HCPCS file lists coverage code D: Special coverage instructions apply. 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.