M1278Medical Services

Elevated or hypertensive blood pressure reading documented, and the indicated

Short description: Pre-htn or htn doc, f/u indc

Effective date
January 1, 2024
Termination date

Related codes (M-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code M1278?

M1278 is a HCPCS Level II code for Elevated or hypertensive blood pressure reading documented, and the indicated.

What category is HCPCS code M1278 in?

M1278 falls under the Medical Services category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code M1278 become effective?

M1278 has been effective since January 1, 2024, per CMS's quarterly HCPCS update.

HCPCS Level II data from CMS (public domain). HCPCS Level I (CPT) codes are not included — CPT is copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.