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M1326 Pts diagnosis hypotony

M Codes

Also known as: low eye pressure, hypotony diagnosis, low IOP

Patient with diagnosis of hypotony (abnormally low intraocular pressure). Documents eye pressure below normal limits potentially causing vision complications.

In Plain Language

eye pressure too low; low pressure in eye

Clinical Context

Ophthalmology diagnostic code identifying patients with abnormally low intraocular pressure, which can result in vision loss and requires intervention.

RVU Information

CPT M1326 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

OphthalmologyRetinal Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code M1326?

CPT M1326 (Pts diagnosis hypotony) is a M Codes code. Patient with diagnosis of hypotony (abnormally low intraocular pressure). Documents eye pressure below normal limits potentially causing vision complications.

Is M1326 covered by insurance?

M1326 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Ophthalmology diagnostic code identifying patients with abnormally low intraocular pressure, which can result in vision loss and requires intervention.

When is CPT M1326 used?

Ophthalmology diagnostic code identifying patients with abnormally low intraocular pressure, which can result in vision loss and requires intervention.

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.