S0257 End of life counseling
Also known as: end-of-life counseling, advance directives
End of life counseling including advance directives and palliative care planning. Discussion of patient wishes, goals of care, and treatment preferences.
In Plain Language
life-ending plans; final wishes discussion
Clinical Context
Physician or non-physician discussion with patient and family about goals of care, advance directives, do-not-resuscitate orders, and organ donation. Often in serious illness or aging context.
RVU Information
CPT S0257 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
S-codes are used by private payers (not Medicare) for services without a standard CPT or HCPCS code. Coverage varies significantly between insurers. Verify payer acceptance before billing and document medical necessity thoroughly.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code S0257?
CPT S0257 (End of life counseling) is a S Codes code. End of life counseling including advance directives and palliative care planning. Discussion of patient wishes, goals of care, and treatment preferences.
Is S0257 covered by insurance?
S0257 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Physician or non-physician discussion with patient and family about goals of care, advance directives, do-not-resuscitate orders, and organ donation. Often in serious illness or aging context.
When is CPT S0257 used?
Physician or non-physician discussion with patient and family about goals of care, advance directives, do-not-resuscitate orders, and organ donation. Often in serious illness or aging context.
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