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M1231 Pt hcv tst no reactive res

M Codes

Also known as: HCV antibody negative, no hepatitis C infection

Patient with hepatitis C virus testing result showing non-reactive or negative status.

In Plain Language

Hepatitis C test negative; No hepatitis C virus detected

Clinical Context

Hepatitis C quality measure tracking patients with negative HCV serology or non-reactive confirmatory testing.

RVU Information

CPT M1231 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

Infectious DiseaseHepatologyPrimary Care

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code M1231?

CPT M1231 (Pt hcv tst no reactive res) is a M Codes code. Patient with hepatitis C virus testing result showing non-reactive or negative status.

Is M1231 covered by insurance?

M1231 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Hepatitis C quality measure tracking patients with negative HCV serology or non-reactive confirmatory testing.

When is CPT M1231 used?

Hepatitis C quality measure tracking patients with negative HCV serology or non-reactive confirmatory testing.

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