M1481Medical Services

Patients receiving hospice or palliative care or who died during the

Short description: Pt in hosp/pal care who died

Effective date
January 1, 2026
Termination date

Related codes (M-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code M1481?

M1481 is a HCPCS Level II code for Patients receiving hospice or palliative care or who died during the.

What category is HCPCS code M1481 in?

M1481 falls under the Medical Services category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code M1481 become effective?

M1481 has been effective since January 1, 2026, per CMS's quarterly HCPCS update.

HCPCS Level II data from CMS (public domain). HCPCS Level I (CPT) codes are not included — CPT is copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.