Q5001 – Hospice or home health care provided in patient's home/residence

HCPCS Level II code · Q codes: Temporary Codes

Active code Special coverage instructions apply

HCPCS codeQ5001
Long description
Hospice or home health care provided in patient's home/residence
Short description
Hospice or home hlth in home
Pricing indicator
00 Not separately priced by Part B (bundled, not covered or Part A only)
Medicare coverage
D Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS category
Y2 Other - Non-Medicare fee schedule
Added
January 1, 2007
Last change
July 1, 2013 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code Q5001?

Q5001 is a HCPCS Level II code for hospice or home health care provided in patient's home/residence.

Does Medicare cover Q5001?

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.