M1482 Pos quan hep c or qualitative rna
Also known as: Positive HCV RNA, HCV viremia
Patient has a positive quantitative or qualitative hepatitis C virus ribonucleic acid (RNA) test result.
In Plain Language
Active hepatitis C virus; Positive hepatitis C test
Clinical Context
Documents active hepatitis C infection based on detectable viral RNA. Critical for treatment decision-making and antiviral therapy initiation.
RVU Information
CPT M1482 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 M1482?
CPT M1482 (Pos quan hep c or qualitative rna) is a M Codes code. Patient has a positive quantitative or qualitative hepatitis C virus ribonucleic acid (RNA) test result.
Is M1482 covered by insurance?
M1482 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Documents active hepatitis C infection based on detectable viral RNA. Critical for treatment decision-making and antiviral therapy initiation.
When is CPT M1482 used?
Documents active hepatitis C infection based on detectable viral RNA. Critical for treatment decision-making and antiviral therapy initiation.
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