M1055 Aspirin used
Also known as: aspirin use documented, antiplatelet therapy
Patient is using aspirin therapy during the measurement period.
In Plain Language
Daily aspirin for heart protection; Blood thinner medication
Clinical Context
Quality measure documenting use of aspirin for cardiovascular prevention in patients with indicated conditions such as prior MI, stroke, or coronary disease.
RVU Information
CPT M1055 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
M-codes cover quality measures and performance reporting. They are used in value-based care programs to track whether specific clinical actions were taken. Documentation must support that the measured action was performed or a valid exclusion applies.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code M1055?
CPT M1055 (Aspirin used) is a M Codes code. Patient is using aspirin therapy during the measurement period.
Is M1055 covered by insurance?
M1055 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Quality measure documenting use of aspirin for cardiovascular prevention in patients with indicated conditions such as prior MI, stroke, or coronary disease.
When is CPT M1055 used?
Quality measure documenting use of aspirin for cardiovascular prevention in patients with indicated conditions such as prior MI, stroke, or coronary disease.
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