M12.231
BillableVillonodular synovitis (pigmented), right wrist
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A benign condition where abnormal tissue growth occurs in the lining of the right wrist joint, often causing swelling and joint damage over time.
Coding Tips
- •Confirm 'right' wrist is documented in the medical record before coding
- •Ensure diagnosis specifies villonodular synovitis and not other wrist joint conditions