February 2, 2023
New JZ Modifier for Zero Discarded Drugs & Biologicals in Single-Use Containers
Effective for claims received by Medicare on or after July 1, 2023, and dates of service on or after January 1, 2023, report the JZ modifier for drugs and biologicals in single-dose containers or single-use packages when there are no discarded amounts.
CMS has published Discarded Drugs and Biologicals – JW Modifier and JZ Modifier Policy FAQs to provide background information and instructions on the discarded drug policy.
Continue to report the JW modifier for drug wastage, and document the amount of discarded drugs in Medicare beneficiaries’ medical records.
The JZ modifier information was added to the “Modifiers” section of the following LCD-related Policy Articles:
- External Infusion Pumps - Policy Article (A52507)
- Intravenous Immune Globulin - Policy Article (A52509)
- Nebulizers - Policy Article (A52466)
CGS will publish additional information in our electronic mailing list and on the website as soon as it is available.