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HCPCS J7626Medical Service

Budesonide

Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg. Clinical pricing breakdown and utilization metrics across 25 practicing doctors nationwide.

$13.00
Peer Median Charge
Gross billed rate
$0.96
Standard Baseline
Customary allowable
13.5x
National Markup
Charge vs baseline
25
Active Physicians
Billing this code
Planning care or already received a bill for CPT J7626?Calculate total facility bundle costs or generate an assertive dispute settlement offer.

Understanding This Medical Fee

Gross Charge vs Negotiated Payment: The median physician charge for this service is $13.00. However, insured patients almost never pay this full amount directly. Insurers negotiate rates down toward the $0.96 baseline.

Self-Pay & Uninsured Guidance: If you are paying without insurance or out-of-network, request a prompt-pay cash discount. Most medical practices are willing to settle self-pay bills near the customary baseline rate rather than the full gross charge.

Key Questions for Your Doctor's Billing Office:
  • "Does Dr. [Name] participate in my specific insurance plan network?"
  • "What is the total self-pay or cash rate for code J7626 if paid upfront?"
  • "Are there separate facility, anesthesia, or pathology fees associated with this procedure?"