HUMULIN R U-500 S Code: S5550

Drug & Product Overview

HCPCS Descriptor Insulin, rapid onset, 5 units

HCPCS Added Date October 1, 2003

Manufacturer Eli Lilly

Route of Administration Subcutaneous

Generic Status Single-Source; Branded

Dosage Type Multi-Dose

Dosage Form Injection, Solution

About HUMULIN R U-500

Humulin R U-500 is a medication aligned to the HCPCS S Code: S5550 for billing, pricing, and reimbursement purposes in the United States. This Insulin medication is administered via the subcutaneous route and manufactured by Eli Lilly.

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NDC Code Information

1 NDC package is crosswalked to S5550. Package detail is available to logged-in subscribers.

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HUMULIN R U-500 CPT Administration Codes

CPT Code	Description
96372	Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection (specify substance or drug); intramuscular

Not on the CMS JW / JZ list

CMS does not include Humulin R U-500 (S5550) on its list of HCPCS pertaining to single-dose containers. Per CMS guidelines, the JZ/JW wastage modifiers may not apply when billing S5550. Wastage billing guide →

HUMULIN R U-500 Clinical Information

Indications and drug classification.

Treated Diseases & Conditions

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.

Diabetes mellitus

Drug Class

Insulin [CS]Insulin [EPC]

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an available Humulin R U-500 billing and coding guide?

Our team has not identified a manufacturer-published source of billing and coding information for HUMULIN R U-500.

Are there any available Humulin R U-500 patient assistance programs?

HUMULIN R U-500 patient assistance information can be found through Eli Lilly and Company. Visit Here →

Where can I find Humulin R U-500 prescribing information?

HUMULIN R U-500 prescribing information can be found at the link below: Visit Here →

Where can I find Humulin R U-500 side effect information?

Information regarding HUMULIN R U-500's side effects can be found at MedlinePlus Visit Here →

Does billing HUMULIN R U-500 require JZ/JW wastage modifiers?

CMS does not include HUMULIN R U-500 (S5550) on its list of HCPCS pertaining to single-dose containers. Per CMS guidelines, the JZ/JW wastage modifiers may not apply when billing S5550. For more information, visit the link below.

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