M1056 Presc antico medial in pp
Also known as: anticoagulation prescribed, blood thinner therapy
Patient is prescribed anticoagulation medication during the measurement period.
In Plain Language
Blood clot prevention medication; Anticoagulant therapy
Clinical Context
Quality measure documenting prescription of anticoagulation therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation, thrombotic disease, or other indications.
RVU Information
CPT M1056 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 M1056?
CPT M1056 (Presc antico medial in pp) is a M Codes code. Patient is prescribed anticoagulation medication during the measurement period.
Is M1056 covered by insurance?
M1056 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Quality measure documenting prescription of anticoagulation therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation, thrombotic disease, or other indications.
When is CPT M1056 used?
Quality measure documenting prescription of anticoagulation therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation, thrombotic disease, or other indications.
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