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M11.839

Billable

Other specified crystal arthropathies, unspecified 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 wrist caused by crystal deposits that are not gout or pseudogout, but the specific side (left or right) is not documented or is bilateral.

Coding Tips

  • •This code should be used only when laterality is truly unspecified or unknown
  • •Attempt to obtain clarification from the provider regarding which wrist is affected for more precise coding

Code Hierarchy

└M11Other crystal arthropathies└M11.8Other specified crystal arthropathies└M11.83Other specified crystal arthropathies, wrist└M11.839Other specified crystal arthropathies, unspecified wrist
└M11.839Other specified crystal arthropathies, unspecified wrist

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