M1151 Pt with history trnsplt or lvad
Also known as: transplant history, LVAD patient
Patient with history of cardiac transplantation or left ventricular assist device.
In Plain Language
Heart transplant or mechanical heart pump; Mechanical heart support
Clinical Context
Documents advanced cardiac surgical intervention. LVAD patients require specialized management; transplant patients on chronic immunosuppression.
RVU Information
CPT M1151 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 M1151?
CPT M1151 (Pt with history trnsplt or lvad) is a M Codes code. Patient with history of cardiac transplantation or left ventricular assist device.
Is M1151 covered by insurance?
M1151 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Documents advanced cardiac surgical intervention. LVAD patients require specialized management; transplant patients on chronic immunosuppression.
When is CPT M1151 used?
Documents advanced cardiac surgical intervention. LVAD patients require specialized management; transplant patients on chronic immunosuppression.
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