M11.872
BillableOther specified crystal arthropathies, left ankle and foot
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 left ankle and foot, where the specific type of crystal is not further specified.
Coding Tips
- •This code covers the entire left ankle and foot region; do not use for right side
- •Ensure documentation specifies left side; if bilateral, code both M11.871 and M11.872
Code Hierarchy
└M11Other crystal arthropathies└M11.8Other specified crystal arthropathies└M11.87Other specified crystal arthropathies, ankle and foot└M11.872Other specified crystal arthropathies, left ankle and foot
└M11.872Other specified crystal arthropathies, left ankle and foot