GLUCAGEN J Code: J1610
Injection, glucagon hydrochloride, per 1 mg
Q4 2026 Medicare Payment Limit for J1610, effective October 1, 2026: $105.492 per HCPCS billing unit, down 10.1% from $117.331. From CMS's final file.
Drug & Product Overview
About GLUCAGEN
Glucagen is a medication aligned to the HCPCS J Code: J1610 for billing, pricing, and reimbursement purposes in the United States. Classified under Endocrinology, it is administered via the injection or intramuscular routes and manufactured by multiple companies.
According to CMS Drug Use Information: This medication is the same as your body's own glucagon, a natural substance that raises blood sugar by causing the body to release sugar stored in the liver. It is used to treat very low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) that may cause you to need help from others. To be ready ahead of time, make sure a family member or caregiver knows where you keep this medication and how to use it. Glucagon may also be used before certain X-ray procedures of the gut. It slows down movement of the stomach, intestines, and colon, which may help make the X-ray more clear.
Disclaimer: This is a summary and does not contain all possible information about this product. For complete information about this product or your specific health needs, ask your healthcare professional.
NDC Code Information
Based on publicly available CMS files. The list of NDCs below is not exhaustive.
| NDC Code | Drug | Manufacturer | Billing Units / Pkg | Package Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00378-8067-90 | Glucagon | Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 1 | Kit |
| 00548-5850-00 | Glucagon | Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | Kit |
| 50090-6550-00 | Glucagon | A-S Medication Solutions | 1 | Kit |
| 69097-0027-50 | Glucagon | Cipla USA Inc. | 1 | Kit |
GLUCAGEN Pricing & Reimbursement
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| HCPCS Code | Manufacturer | Active Ingredient | HCPCS Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| J1610 | Generic Code (Multiple Manufacturers) | Glucagon Hydrochloride | Injection, glucagon hydrochloride, per 1 mg |
| J1611 | Fresenius Kabi | Glucagon Hydrochloride | Injection, glucagon hydrochloride (fresenius kabi), not therapeutically equivalent to j1610, per 1 mg |
| J1612 | Generic Code (Multiple Manufacturers) | Glucagon Hydrochloride | Injection, glucagon (gvoke), 0.01 mg |
GLUCAGEN CPT Administration Codes
The below list of CPT codes is intended for informational purposes only and may not be exhaustive. CPT® codes and descriptions are copyright American Medical Association (AMA). All rights reserved.
| CPT Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 96372 | Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection (specify substance or drug); intramuscular |
CMS has identified Glucagen (J1610) as a HCPCS code with single-dose containers. Therefore, the JW/JZ wastage modifiers could be required for billing purposes. Wastage billing guide →
GLUCAGEN Medically Unlikely Edits (MUE)
The most billing units of J1610 Medicare will pay for one patient in one day, as published by CMS. 1 unit = 1 mg. The limit is different in the office and the hospital. Use the one for your setting.
MAI 3 · Date of Service Edit: Clinical. Per-day limit based on clinical expectations; excess units are denied but may be appealed with documentation of medical necessity. See all MUE limits →
GLUCAGEN Clinical Information
Indications and drug classification.
This list of indications is not exhaustive and may be subject to errors. The information on BuyandBill.com is intended for informational purposes only and should not be used for medical advice.
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