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M1262 Pts transplt bef dialysis

M Codes

Also known as: pre-emptive kidney transplantation, transplant before dialysis

Patient received kidney transplant before initiating dialysis.

In Plain Language

Kidney transplant before dialysis needed; Pre-emptive kidney transplant

Clinical Context

Renal quality measure documenting successful pre-emptive kidney transplantation avoiding dialysis requirement.

RVU Information

CPT M1262 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

NephrologySurgeryTransplantation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code M1262?

CPT M1262 (Pts transplt bef dialysis) is a M Codes code. Patient received kidney transplant before initiating dialysis.

Is M1262 covered by insurance?

M1262 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Renal quality measure documenting successful pre-emptive kidney transplantation avoiding dialysis requirement.

When is CPT M1262 used?

Renal quality measure documenting successful pre-emptive kidney transplantation avoiding dialysis requirement.

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