QUTENZA J Code: J7336

Drug & Product Overview

HCPCS Descriptor Capsaicin 8% patch, per square centimeter

HCPCS Added Date January 1, 2015

Manufacturer Averitas Pharma

Route of Administration Topical application

Generic Status Single-Source; Branded

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About QUTENZA

Qutenza is a medication aligned to the HCPCS J Code: J7336 for billing, pricing, and reimbursement purposes in the United States. It is a Non-Opioid Analgesic drug administered via the topical application route and manufactured by Averitas Pharma.

According to CMS Drug Use Information: This medication is used to relieve pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes or shingles (herpes zoster) infection. Capsaicin works by decreasing a certain natural substance in your body (substance P) that helps pass pain signals to the brain.

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
72512-0928-01	Qutenza	Averitas Pharma Inc	280	179 MG
72512-0929-01	Qutenza	Averitas Pharma Inc	560	179 MG
72512-0930-01	Qutenza	Averitas Pharma Inc	1120	179 MG

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QUTENZA Pricing & Reimbursement

J7336 Private Payer Reimbursement

$3.32 / HCPCS unit as of Jan 2026

National median reimbursement across major commercial payers.

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per HCPCS unit

As of Q4 2026

QUTENZA CPT Administration Codes

CPT Code	Description
64620	Destruction by neurolytic agent, intercostal nerve
64632	Destruction by neurolytic agent, plantar common digital nerve.
64640 Login for More	Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch. Login for More

JW / JZ modifiers apply

CMS has identified Qutenza (J7336) as a HCPCS code with single-dose containers. Therefore, the JW/JZ wastage modifiers could be required for billing purposes. Wastage billing guide →

QUTENZA Medically Unlikely Edits (MUE)

The most billing units of J7336 Medicare will pay for one patient in one day, as published by CMS. 1 unit = 1 sq cm.

Practitioner Office & Hospital Outpatient

1,120 units / day

= 1,120 sq cm per day

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 →

QUTENZA 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.

Neuropathic pain associated with postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) Neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) of the feet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an available Qutenza billing and coding guide?

Billing and coding information for QUTENZA can be found through Averitas Pharma. Visit Here →

Are there any available Qutenza patient assistance programs?

QUTENZA patient assistance information can be found through Averitas Pharma. Visit Here →

Where can I find Qutenza prescribing information?

QUTENZA prescribing information can be found at the link below: Visit Here →

Where can I find Qutenza side effect information?

Information regarding QUTENZA's side effects can be found at MedlinePlus Visit Here →

Does billing QUTENZA require JZ/JW wastage modifiers?

CMS has identified QUTENZA(J7336) as a HCPCS code with single-dose containers. Therefore, the JW/JZ wastage modifiers could be required for billing purposes. See CMS guidelines on use of the JZ and JW wastage modifiers below.

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