J1957 – Injection, levetiracetam, 5 mg

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

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeJ1957
Long description
Injection, levetiracetam, 5 mg
Short description
Injection levetiracetam 5 mg
Pricing indicator
51 Drugs
Medicare coverage
C Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor
BETOS category
O1E Other drugs
Added
October 1, 2026
Last change
October 1, 2026 – Added

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code J1957?

J1957 is a HCPCS Level II code for injection, levetiracetam, 5 mg.

Does Medicare cover J1957?

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.