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M1377 Fu colscop 10 yr doc with disc

M Codes

Also known as: 10-year colonoscopy follow-up, colon cancer screening interval, fu colscop discussion doc

Performance measure documenting 10-year follow-up colonoscopy with documentation of discussion. Tracks adherence to colorectal cancer screening guidelines in previously screened patients.

In Plain Language

Colon cancer screening repeat exam; Planned colonoscopy documentation

Clinical Context

Ensures patients who previously had normal colonoscopies receive appropriate 10-year follow-up screening per national guidelines. Critical for colorectal cancer prevention.

RVU Information

CPT M1377 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

GastroenterologyPrimary CarePreventive Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code M1377?

CPT M1377 (Fu colscop 10 yr doc with disc) is a M Codes code. Performance measure documenting 10-year follow-up colonoscopy with documentation of discussion. Tracks adherence to colorectal cancer screening guidelines in previously screened patients.

Is M1377 covered by insurance?

M1377 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Ensures patients who previously had normal colonoscopies receive appropriate 10-year follow-up screening per national guidelines. Critical for colorectal cancer prevention.

When is CPT M1377 used?

Ensures patients who previously had normal colonoscopies receive appropriate 10-year follow-up screening per national guidelines. Critical for colorectal cancer prevention.

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