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M06.322

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Rheumatoid nodule, left elbow

HCC Category Mapping

V28HCC 93Rheumatoid Arthritis and Inflammatory Connective Tissue Disease
0.175
V24HCC 40Rheumatoid Arthritis and Inflammatory Connective Tissue Disease
0.307
ESRDHCC 40Rheumatoid Arthritis and Inflammatory Connective Tissue Disease
0.000
RxHCCHCC 83Rheumatoid Arthritis and Inflammatory Connective Tissue Disease
0.000

What This Code Means

A firm lump under the skin on the left elbow caused by rheumatoid arthritis.

Coding Tips

  • Ensure documentation specifies left elbow to distinguish from right-sided nodules
  • Rheumatoid nodules at the elbow may interfere with movement or cause discomfort

Clinical Significance

Rheumatoid nodule at the left elbow is a classic extraarticular manifestation of RA, commonly occurring at the olecranon process. This finding suggests more aggressive, typically seropositive rheumatoid disease requiring intensive management.

Documentation Requirements

  • Established rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis
  • Physical examination confirming left elbow nodule
  • Clear laterality specification (left side)
  • Detailed nodule characteristics and size
  • Functional assessment of elbow mobility
  • Laboratory confirmation of RA diagnosis
  • Documentation of systemic disease activity
  • Treatment response and management adjustments

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