HCPCS Level II · Temporary national codes (non-Medicare)
S5001Prescription drug, brand name
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Source: CMS HCPCS quarterly update, October 2026. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About S5001
S5001 is an HCPCS Level II code in the S series (temporary national codes (non-Medicare)), describing prescription drug, brand name.
It was added to HCPCS effective 01/01/2001.
Its Medicare coverage code is "I", meaning it is not payable by Medicare (another code or method is used).
Details
- Short description
- Prescription drug,brand name
- Date added
- 01/01/2001
- Action effective
- 01/01/2001
- BETOS
- Z2
Related S50xx codes
- S5000Prescription drug, generic
- S50105% dextrose and 0.45% normal saline, 1000 ml
- S50125% dextrose with potassium chloride, 1000 ml
- S50135% dextrose/0.45% normal saline with potassium chloride and magnesium sulfate, 1000 ml
- S50145% dextrose/0.45% normal saline with potassium chloride and magnesium sulfate, 1500 ml
- S5035Home infusion therapy, routine service of infusion device (e.g., pump maintenance)
- S5036Home infusion therapy, repair of infusion device (e.g., pump repair)
Common questions about S5001
Is HCPCS S5001 still valid?
- Yes. S5001 is active in the CMS October 2026 HCPCS file.
Does Medicare cover S5001?
- Its coverage code is "I": it is not payable by Medicare (another code or method is used). Check the local coverage determination for your region.