M1056 – Prescribed anticoagulant medication during the performance period, history of gi bleeding, history of intracranial bleeding, bleeding disorder and specific provider documented reasons: allergy to aspirin or anti-platelets, use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, drug-drug interaction, uncontrolled hypertension > 180/110 mmhg or gastroesophageal reflux disease

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

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeM1056
Long description
Prescribed anticoagulant medication during the performance period, history of gi bleeding, history of intracranial bleeding, bleeding disorder and specific provider documented reasons: allergy to aspirin or anti-platelets, use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, drug-drug interaction, uncontrolled hypertension > 180/110 mmhg or gastroesophageal reflux disease
Short description
Presc antico med in pp
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, 2019 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code M1056?

M1056 is a HCPCS Level II code for prescribed anticoagulant medication during the performance period, history of gi bleeding, history of intracranial bleeding, bleeding disorder and specific provider documented reasons: allergy to aspirin or anti-platelets, use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, drug-drug interaction, uncontrolled hypertension > 180/110 mmhg or gastroesophageal reflux disease.

Does Medicare cover M1056?

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.