M1236 Baseline mrs > 2
Also known as: baseline functional impairment, disability documented at baseline
Patient has baseline Modified Rankin Scale score greater than 2.
In Plain Language
Moderate to severe disability at start; Significant functional limitation baseline
Clinical Context
Stroke and neurological quality measure documenting baseline disability on Modified Rankin Scale (score >2 indicates moderate to severe disability).
RVU Information
CPT M1236 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 M1236?
CPT M1236 (Baseline mrs > 2) is a M Codes code. Patient has baseline Modified Rankin Scale score greater than 2.
Is M1236 covered by insurance?
M1236 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Stroke and neurological quality measure documenting baseline disability on Modified Rankin Scale (score >2 indicates moderate to severe disability).
When is CPT M1236 used?
Stroke and neurological quality measure documenting baseline disability on Modified Rankin Scale (score >2 indicates moderate to severe disability).
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