S5145 Child fostercare th per diem
Also known as: therapeutic foster care, therapeutic group home
Therapeutic foster care placement services for children including therapeutic support, behavioral management, and specialized care provided per diem.
In Plain Language
Therapeutic foster home; Behavioral support placement
Clinical Context
Used for children with emotional/behavioral disorders placed in therapeutic foster homes providing specialized treatment, supervision, and family-based care.
RVU Information
CPT S5145 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 S5145?
CPT S5145 (Child fostercare th per diem) is a S Codes code. Therapeutic foster care placement services for children including therapeutic support, behavioral management, and specialized care provided per diem.
Is S5145 covered by insurance?
S5145 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Used for children with emotional/behavioral disorders placed in therapeutic foster homes providing specialized treatment, supervision, and family-based care.
When is CPT S5145 used?
Used for children with emotional/behavioral disorders placed in therapeutic foster homes providing specialized treatment, supervision, and family-based care.
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