S5151Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare)

Unskilled respite care, not hospice; per diem

Short description: Unskilled respitecare /diem

Effective date
January 1, 2003
Termination date

Related codes (S-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code S5151?

S5151 is a HCPCS Level II code for Unskilled respite care, not hospice; per diem.

What category is HCPCS code S5151 in?

S5151 falls under the Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code S5151 become effective?

S5151 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.