M11.832
BillableOther specified crystal arthropathies, left wrist
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A joint condition in the left wrist caused by crystal deposits (such as calcium pyrophosphate or other mineral crystals) that are not gout or pseudogout, leading to joint inflammation.
Coding Tips
- •Document the specific crystal type if known to support medical necessity and treatment decisions
- •Ensure laterality documentation clearly indicates 'left wrist' to justify this code selection
Code Hierarchy
└M11Other crystal arthropathies└M11.8Other specified crystal arthropathies└M11.83Other specified crystal arthropathies, wrist└M11.832Other specified crystal arthropathies, left wrist
└M11.832Other specified crystal arthropathies, left wrist