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M1196 Ixv nrs vrs iqa >=4

M-Codes

Also known as: baseline symptom score assessment, high symptom burden documented

Initial symptom assessment score or baseline intensity/quality/affect score of 4 or greater on numeric rating scale.

Clinical Context

Palliative and oncology quality measure documenting baseline symptom severity using numeric rating scales to track treatment response and symptom improvement.

RVU Breakdown

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Specialties

Palliative CareOncologyPain Management

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