Q5005Temporary Codes

Hospice care provided in inpatient hospital

Short description: Hospice, inpatient hospital

Effective date
January 1, 2007
Termination date

Related codes (Q-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code Q5005?

Q5005 is a HCPCS Level II code for Hospice care provided in inpatient hospital.

What category is HCPCS code Q5005 in?

Q5005 falls under the Temporary Codes category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code Q5005 become effective?

Q5005 has been effective since January 1, 2007, 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.