CPT 2026 · Infusion/Chemotherapy

CPT 96402

Global XXX Active

Chemo hormon antineopl sq/im

Effective 2026-04-01 Conv. factor $33.4009
$40.16
National Avg (Non-Fac)
1.16
Total RVU
10
NCCI Partners
109
MPFS Localities

CPT 96402 Billing & Documentation Guide

CPT code 96402 (Chemo hormon antineopl sq/im) is classified under Infusion/Chemotherapy with a global period indicator of XXX. The 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule assigns a work RVU of 0.19, a non-facility practice expense RVU of 0.95, and a malpractice RVU of 0.02, a total non-facility RVU of 1.16 and facility RVU of 1.16. With the current conversion factor of $33.4009, the national average non-facility reimbursement is approximately $40.16, though rates vary from $33.95 to $53.16 based on MAC locality and Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCIs).

When billing 96402, ensure documentation supports medical necessity and the specific components required for the code's level of service. For E/M codes, document MDM (medical decision-making) elements: problems addressed, data reviewed, and risk. For procedural codes, document the indication, technique, and any complications. Always verify NCCI edits before bundling 96402 with related codes; this code has 10 PTP bundling relationships on file (see table below).

Payment Status & Global Period

CMS Status Indicator
A

Active code (paid under MPFS)

Global Period
XXX

No global period (E/M and other non-procedural services)

MUE Limit (Medically Unlikely Edits)

Max units per beneficiary per date of service
2
Rationale: Clinical: Data
Adjudication: Date of Service (Clinical)
Source: CMS NCCI MUE Practitioner Services, effective 2026-04-01.

Submitting more than 2 units of 96402 for the same patient on the same date triggers automatic line denial unless an appropriate modifier and supporting documentation justify the higher quantity.

RVU Breakdown, CPT 96402

Component Non-Facility Facility
Work RVU0.190.19
Practice Expense RVU0.950.95
Malpractice RVU0.020.02
Total RVU1.161.16
Conversion Factor$33.4009

2026 Medicare Reimbursement by State, CPT 96402

State-level averages across all MAC localities. Non-facility rates typically apply to office-based services; facility rates apply to hospital outpatient / inpatient.

State Non-Facility Facility Range (Non-Fac) Localities
California $44.48 $44.48 $41.59 - $53.16 29
Florida $39.48 $39.48 $37.68 - $41.07 3
Georgia $37.43 $37.43 $35.45 - $39.41 2
Illinois $38.3 $38.3 $36.36 - $40.16 4
Michigan $37.08 $37.08 $36.07 - $38.09 2
North Carolina $36.38 $36.38 $36.38 - $36.38 1
New York $42.95 $42.95 $36.96 - $45.72 5
Ohio $35.99 $35.99 $35.99 - $35.99 1
Pennsylvania $38.2 $38.2 $36.11 - $40.29 2
Texas $38.24 $38.24 $35.84 - $40.52 8

Source: CMS PFSRVU 2026 · Updated 2026-04-01. Full locality-level detail available for all 53 states, contact us for custom reports.

NCCI Bundling Edits, CPT 96402

Procedure-to-procedure (PTP) edits. If you bill any of these codes with 96402 on the same date of service, review the modifier indicator and payer policy before submission.

Partner Code Relationship Modifier Allowed Rationale
0708T Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier Yes CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction
0709T Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier Yes CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction
11900 Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier Yes Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code
11901 Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier Yes Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code
36591 Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier No CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction
36592 Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier No CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction
64450 Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier Yes CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction
64454 Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier Yes CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction
64473 Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier Yes CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction
64474 Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier Yes CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction

Frequently Asked Questions, CPT 96402

What does CPT code 96402 mean? +

CPT code 96402 represents: Chemo hormon antineopl sq/im. It's in the Infusion/Chemotherapy category with a global period of XXX.

What is the Medicare reimbursement for CPT 96402? +

The 2026 Medicare national average non-facility payment for CPT 96402 is $40.16. Rates range from $33.95 to $53.16 across 53 states depending on MAC locality and GPCIs.

What modifiers can I use with CPT 96402? +

Medicine section spans a wide range: therapy services use GP/GO/GN (PT/OT/SLP plans of care) and KX (above cap with documentation). Drug administration uses JW (waste) and JZ (no waste). Professional/technical split applies to some diagnostic codes.

What bundling edits apply to CPT 96402? +

This code has 10 NCCI PTP bundling relationships. See the NCCI Bundling section below for full list.

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Verified against the CMS 2026 code set on May 31, 2026.

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