S5146 – Foster care, therapeutic, child; per month
HCPCS Level II code · S codes: Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare)
HCPCS codeS5146
- Long description
- Foster care, therapeutic, child; per month
- Short description
- Ther fostercare child /month
- Pricing indicator
00Not separately priced by Part B (bundled, not covered or Part A only)- Medicare coverage
INot payable by Medicare- BETOS category
Z2Undefined codes- Added
- January 1, 2003
- Last change
- January 1, 2003 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code S5146?
S5146 is a HCPCS Level II code for foster care, therapeutic, child; per month.
Does Medicare cover S5146?
The HCPCS file lists coverage code I: Not payable by Medicare. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.
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Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.