T5001 HCPCS code: Positioning seat for persons with special orthopedic needs
T5001 is the HCPCS Level II code for positioning seat for persons with special orthopedic needs. Its Medicare coverage code is I (Not payable by Medicare): Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | T codes — National codes established for state Medicaid agencies |
| Coverage code | I — Not payable by Medicare |
| Pricing indicator | 00 — Not separately priced by Medicare |
| BETOS category | Z2 |
| Added | 2004-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2007-01-01 |
What changed for T5001
- 2004-01-01: T5001 added to HCPCS Level II
- Next scheduled CMS quarterly update (HCPCS and DMEPOS fee schedule): 2027-01-01
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code T5001?
T5001 is the HCPCS Level II code for positioning seat for persons with special orthopedic needs. Short descriptor: "Position seat spec orth need".
Does Medicare cover T5001?
Coverage code I — Not payable by Medicare. Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies.
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Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under T5001
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule; CMS NCCI MUE tables; CMS Medicare utilization (physician and DME supplier files); CMS Medicare Coverage Database articles. Fees are Medicare allowables, not commercial rates. Not billing or legal advice.