S5150Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare)

Unskilled respite care, not hospice; per 15 minutes

Short description: Unskilled respite care /15m

Effective date
January 1, 2003
Termination date

Related codes (S-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code S5150?

S5150 is a HCPCS Level II code for Unskilled respite care, not hospice; per 15 minutes.

What category is HCPCS code S5150 in?

S5150 falls under the Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code S5150 become effective?

S5150 has been effective since January 1, 2003, 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.