M1277 Colorectal ca screening doc revision
Also known as: colorectal screening, CRC screening, colon cancer screening
Colorectal cancer screening documented with documented review. Confirms completion and documentation of colorectal cancer screening with results review during measurement period.
In Plain Language
colon cancer screening; bowel cancer test
Clinical Context
Preventive health quality measure tracking completion of recommended colorectal cancer screening (colonoscopy, FIT, or FOBT) in adults age 50-75.
RVU Information
CPT M1277 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 M1277?
CPT M1277 (Colorectal ca screening doc revision) is a M Codes code. Colorectal cancer screening documented with documented review. Confirms completion and documentation of colorectal cancer screening with results review during measurement period.
Is M1277 covered by insurance?
M1277 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Preventive health quality measure tracking completion of recommended colorectal cancer screening (colonoscopy, FIT, or FOBT) in adults age 50-75.
When is CPT M1277 used?
Preventive health quality measure tracking completion of recommended colorectal cancer screening (colonoscopy, FIT, or FOBT) in adults age 50-75.
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