G0051 – Patients under hospice care in the current reporting month

HCPCS Level II code · G codes: Procedures / Professional Services (Temporary)

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeG0051
Long description
Patients under hospice care in the current reporting month
Short description
Pt hospice mnth
Pricing indicator
00 Not separately priced by Part B (bundled, not covered or Part A only)
Medicare coverage
C Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor
BETOS category
Z2 Undefined codes
Added
January 1, 2022
Last change
January 1, 2022 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G0051?

G0051 is a HCPCS Level II code for patients under hospice care in the current reporting month.

Does Medicare cover G0051?

The HCPCS file lists coverage code C: Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.

Nearby G codes

Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.