HCPCS Code M1438: Time last known well to hospital arrival less than or equal to 3.5 hours (<=
M1438 is a HCPCS code used to identify a healthcare procedure, service, or supply related to Time last known well to hospital arrival less than or equal to 3.5 hours (<=. You may see this code on claims, billing records, explanations of benefits, preauthorization paperwork, or procedure documentation. HCPCS codes are used to standardize how healthcare services, supplies, equipment, transportation, and certain procedures are documented and billed. Coverage indicator: C.
What is this code?
HCPCS codes are used to standardize how healthcare services, supplies, equipment, transportation, and certain procedures are documented and billed. Coverage indicator: C.
When is it used?
- Used in procedure coding, claims, and care documentation.
- Coverage code: C
- Pricing indicator: 00
What it does not mean
- The presence of a procedure code does not by itself explain why a service was needed or whether it was appropriate in a specific case.
Where you may see this code
You may see this code on claims, billing records, explanations of benefits, preauthorization paperwork, or procedure documentation.
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