S5160Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare)

Emergency response system; installation and testing

Short description: Emer response sys instal&tst

Effective date
January 1, 2003
Termination date

Related codes (S-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code S5160?

S5160 is a HCPCS Level II code for Emergency response system; installation and testing.

What category is HCPCS code S5160 in?

S5160 falls under the Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code S5160 become effective?

S5160 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.