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M1162 Pt enceph due to dtp bef 13

M Codes

Also known as: DTP encephalopathy, vaccine-related brain inflammation

Patient has history of encephalopathy due to diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis vaccine before age 13.

In Plain Language

Brain inflammation from DTP vaccine; Serious vaccine reaction

Clinical Context

Documents contraindication to diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccination due to prior encephalopathy (neurotoxic adverse event).

RVU Information

CPT M1162 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

ImmunologyPediatricsNeurology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code M1162?

CPT M1162 (Pt enceph due to dtp bef 13) is a M Codes code. Patient has history of encephalopathy due to diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis vaccine before age 13.

Is M1162 covered by insurance?

M1162 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Documents contraindication to diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccination due to prior encephalopathy (neurotoxic adverse event).

When is CPT M1162 used?

Documents contraindication to diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccination due to prior encephalopathy (neurotoxic adverse event).

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