Texas MedicaidMedium ImpactBilling Codes

May 2026 TMPPM Update for Immunosuppressive Drugs

Published April 13, 2026Effective May 1, 2026

AI Summary

Texas Medicaid is adding coverage for Mycophenolate mofetil (HCPCS code J7528) to the Immunosuppressive Drugs section, effective May 1, 2026. This drug is used to prevent organ rejection in kidney, liver, and heart transplant patients.

Action Required

By May 1, 2026: Billing team must update billing system to include HCPCS code J7528 for Mycophenolate mofetil administration. Add code to immunosuppressive drug inventory and encounter forms. Contact patient's specific MCO for prior authorization requirements as administrative procedures may differ between MCOs.

Affected Billing Codes

J7528

Plan Types

Medicaid

States

TX

Specialties

nephrology, gastroenterology, cardiothoracic-surgery, general-surgery, oncology