M1051 – Patient had cancer, acute fracture or infection related to the lumbar spine or patient had neuromuscular, idiopathic or congenital lumbar scoliosis

HCPCS Level II code · M codes: Medical Services and Quality Measures

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeM1051
Long description
Patient had cancer, acute fracture or infection related to the lumbar spine or patient had neuromuscular, idiopathic or congenital lumbar scoliosis
Short description
Pt w/cancer scoliosis
Pricing indicator
00 Not separately priced by Part B (bundled, not covered or Part A only)
Medicare coverage
C Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor
BETOS category
Z2 Undefined codes
Added
January 1, 2019
Last change
January 1, 2021 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code M1051?

M1051 is a HCPCS Level II code for patient had cancer, acute fracture or infection related to the lumbar spine or patient had neuromuscular, idiopathic or congenital lumbar scoliosis.

Does Medicare cover M1051?

The HCPCS file lists coverage code C: Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.

Nearby M codes

Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.