J7042 – 5% dextrose/normal saline (500 ml = 1 unit)
HCPCS Level II code · J codes: Drugs Administered Other Than Oral Method
HCPCS codeJ7042
- Long description
- 5% dextrose/normal saline (500 ml = 1 unit)
- Short description
- 5% dextrose/normal saline
- Pricing indicator
51Drugs- Medicare coverage
DSpecial coverage instructions apply- BETOS category
O1EOther drugs- Added
- January 1, 1984
- Last change
- January 1, 1997 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code J7042?
J7042 is a HCPCS Level II code for 5% dextrose/normal saline (500 ml = 1 unit).
Does Medicare cover J7042?
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.
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Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.