M1139 – Ongoing care not indicated, patient self-discharged early and seen only 1-2 visits (e.g., financial or insurance reasons, transportation problems, or reason unknown)

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

Discontinued December 31, 2020 Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeM1139
Long description
Ongoing care not indicated, patient self-discharged early and seen only 1-2 visits (e.g., financial or insurance reasons, transportation problems, or reason unknown)
Short description
Oc ni pt self dc 1-2 vis
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, 2020
Last change
January 1, 2021 – No change
Termination date
December 31, 2020

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code M1139?

M1139 is a HCPCS Level II code for ongoing care not indicated, patient self-discharged early and seen only 1-2 visits (e.g., financial or insurance reasons, transportation problems, or reason unknown). It was discontinued on December 31, 2020.

Does Medicare cover M1139?

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.