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J33.1

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Polypoid sinus degeneration

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A condition where the sinus tissue degenerates and develops polyp-like growths, typically affecting multiple sinuses.

Coding Tips

  • •This code indicates more extensive sinus involvement than a simple nasal polyp
  • •Often associated with chronic sinusitis; review documentation for concurrent sinusitis codes

Code Hierarchy

└J33Nasal polyp└J33.1Polypoid sinus degeneration
└J33.1Polypoid sinus degeneration

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