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HCPCS M1049 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: April 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Functional status was not measured by the oswestry disability index (odi version 2.1a) at three months (6 - 20 weeks) postoperatively
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Screening Procedures

Functional STATUS Measurement

Complexity LevelLow

National average reimbursement for HCPCS M1049 by major payers:

bcbs

$71.26

uhc

$N/A

aetna

$49.42

cigna

$N/A

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HCPCS M1049 vs. Other Functional STATUS Measurement Codes

The HCPCS M1049 code is part of the Screening Procedures services used for Functional STATUS Measurement. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The HCPCS M1049 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
M1046-HCPCSLowFunctional 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-HCPCSLowFunctional status was not measured by the oswestry disability index (odi version 2.1a) at three months (6 - 20 weeks) postoperatively
M1051-HCPCSLowPatient had cancer, acute fracture or infection related to the lumbar spine or patient had neuromuscular, idiopathic or congenital lumbar scoliosis

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS M1049. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the M1049 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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