S5185 Medial reminder serv per month
Also known as: medication reminder, med adherence service
Medication reminder service providing telephonic or in-person reminders and adherence support for medication management per month.
In Plain Language
Medication reminder calls; Drug reminder service
Clinical Context
Used for patients at risk for medication non-adherence needing regular reminders and monitoring to ensure appropriate medication-taking behavior.
RVU Information
CPT S5185 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 S5185?
CPT S5185 (Medial reminder serv per month) is a S Codes code. Medication reminder service providing telephonic or in-person reminders and adherence support for medication management per month.
Is S5185 covered by insurance?
S5185 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Used for patients at risk for medication non-adherence needing regular reminders and monitoring to ensure appropriate medication-taking behavior.
When is CPT S5185 used?
Used for patients at risk for medication non-adherence needing regular reminders and monitoring to ensure appropriate medication-taking behavior.
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