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HCPCS M1046 is classified under Screening Procedures, in the Functional STATUS Measurement subgroup.
Functional status measured by the oxford knee score (oks) at one year (9 to 15 months) postoperatively was less than 37 or the knee injury and osteoarthritis outcome score joint replacement (koos, jr.) was less than 71 postoperatively
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Screening Procedures Functional STATUS Measurement |
| Complexity Level | Low |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS M1046 by major payers:
$70.79
BCBS / Anthem
$N/A
UnitedHealthcare
$49.42
Aetna
$N/A
Cigna
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The table lists codes related to M1046. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| M1045-HCPCS | Low | Functional status measured by the oxford knee score (oks) at one year (9 to 15 months) postoperatively was greater than or equal to 37 or knee injury and osteoarthritis outcome score joint replacement (koos, jr.) was greater than or equal to 71 |
| M1046-HCPCS | Low | Functional status measured by the oxford knee score (oks) at one year (9 to 15 months) postoperatively was less than 37 or the knee injury and osteoarthritis outcome score joint replacement (koos, jr.) was less than 71 postoperatively |
| M1049-HCPCS | Low | Functional status was not measured by the oswestry disability index (odi version 2.1a) at three months (6 - 20 weeks) postoperatively |
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