M11.861
BillableOther specified crystal arthropathies, right knee
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A joint condition caused by crystal deposits in the right knee, where the specific type of crystal is not further specified.
Coding Tips
- •This code is specific to the right knee; do not use for left knee or bilateral involvement
- •Document the crystal type if known (monosodium urate, calcium pyrophosphate, etc.) for more specific coding
Code Hierarchy
└M11Other crystal arthropathies└M11.8Other specified crystal arthropathies└M11.86Other specified crystal arthropathies, knee└M11.861Other specified crystal arthropathies, right knee
└M11.861Other specified crystal arthropathies, right knee