Q0164 – Prochlorperazine maleate, 5 mg, oral, fda approved prescription anti-emetic, for use as a complete therapeutic substitute for an iv anti-emetic at the time of chemotherapy treatment, not to exceed a 48 hour dosage regimen

HCPCS Level II code · Q codes: Temporary Codes

Active code Special coverage instructions apply

HCPCS codeQ0164
Long description
Prochlorperazine maleate, 5 mg, oral, fda approved prescription anti-emetic, for use as a complete therapeutic substitute for an iv anti-emetic at the time of chemotherapy treatment, not to exceed a 48 hour dosage regimen
Short description
Prochlorperazine maleate 5mg
Pricing indicator
51 Drugs
Medicare coverage
D Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS category
O1D Chemotherapy
Added
April 1, 1998
Last change
April 1, 1998 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code Q0164?

Q0164 is a HCPCS Level II code for prochlorperazine maleate, 5 mg, oral, fda approved prescription anti-emetic, for use as a complete therapeutic substitute for an iv anti-emetic at the time of chemotherapy treatment, not to exceed a 48 hour dosage regimen.

Does Medicare cover Q0164?

The HCPCS file lists coverage code D: Special coverage instructions apply. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.

Nearby Q codes

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