05Occurrence CodeAccident/Liability
Reports the date of an accident where no medical or liability coverage exists.
Related Accident/Liability codes
01Reports the date of an accident for which the patient has medical coverage.02Reports the date of an auto accident or other event involving no-fault insurance.03Reports the date of an accident involving a tort liability claim.04Reports the date of an employment-related accident.06Reports the date the patient was a crime victim.24Reports the date a primary payer's insurance claim was denied.25Reports the date the primary payer's benefits terminated.
Frequently asked questions
What does occurrence code 05 mean?
Reports the date of an accident where no medical or liability coverage exists.
What category is occurrence code 05 in?
05 falls under the Accident/Liability category of UB-04 occurrence codes.
Descriptions sourced from CMS Medicare Claims Processing Manual. Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making billing decisions.