M1466 Pt disc/lam procedure same day
Also known as: combined discectomy and laminectomy, same-day spinal procedures, pt disc/lam proc
Performance measure documenting patient underwent discectomy and laminectomy procedure on the same day. Tracks combined spinal procedures.
In Plain Language
Two spine surgeries done same day; Combined disc and bone removal surgery
Clinical Context
Documents patients who received both discectomy and laminectomy on the same operative day, typically for combined stenosis and disc herniation.
RVU Information
CPT M1466 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code M1466?
CPT M1466 (Pt disc/lam procedure same day) is a M Codes code. Performance measure documenting patient underwent discectomy and laminectomy procedure on the same day. Tracks combined spinal procedures.
Is M1466 covered by insurance?
M1466 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Documents patients who received both discectomy and laminectomy on the same operative day, typically for combined stenosis and disc herniation.
When is CPT M1466 used?
Documents patients who received both discectomy and laminectomy on the same operative day, typically for combined stenosis and disc herniation.
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