No. J7517 is a HCPCS Level II code, maintained by CMS, that identifies the drug supplied. CPT codes are five-digit numbers from the AMA that describe services. Giving the drug, for example an injection or infusion, is usually reported with a separate CPT administration code.

What is one billing unit of J7517?

One unit of J7517 is 250 mg, as stated in the code's descriptor. Units to report = dose given ÷ 250 mg.

J7517 (Retired 2026) — Mycophenolate mofetil oral

J7517 was retired on Sep 30, 2026

CMS ended J7517 after Sep 30, 2026. Don’t report it for later dates of service. Current codes for the same drug:

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HCPCS codeJ7517

Billing unit250 mg

Descriptor: Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg
Short descriptor: Mycophenolate mofetil oral
Code set: HCPCS Level II, maintained by CMS
Effective: Oct 1, 2026

The billing unit is read from the descriptor. Confirm it against the CMS file before billing.

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J7517: common questions

Is J7517 a CPT code?: No. J7517 is a HCPCS Level II code, maintained by CMS, that identifies the drug supplied. CPT codes are five-digit numbers from the AMA that describe services. Giving the drug, for example an injection or infusion, is usually reported with a separate CPT administration code. CPT codes for drug administration.
What is one billing unit of J7517?: One unit of J7517 is 250 mg, as stated in the code's descriptor. Units to report = dose given ÷ 250 mg. J-code billing units.

J7517 — Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg

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