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M19.041

Billable

Primary osteoarthritis, right hand

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Wear and tear arthritis affecting the joints of the right hand, occurring without a prior injury or underlying condition.

Coding Tips

  • •This code applies to hand joints (fingers and thumb); verify right hand is documented
  • •Hand OA is common in older adults; document which specific joints are affected if possible for clinical clarity

Code Hierarchy

└M19Other and unspecified osteoarthritis└M19.0Primary osteoarthritis of other joints└M19.04Primary osteoarthritis, hand└M19.041Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
└M19.041Primary osteoarthritis, right hand

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