M19.232
BillableSecondary osteoarthritis, left wrist
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Wear and tear arthritis of the left wrist that developed as a result of another condition or disease affecting the joint.
Coding Tips
- •Ensure the medical record clearly indicates left wrist involvement before coding
- •Link to the primary condition responsible for the secondary osteoarthritis development
Code Hierarchy
└M19Other and unspecified osteoarthritis└M19.2Secondary osteoarthritis of other joints└M19.23Secondary osteoarthritis, wrist└M19.232Secondary osteoarthritis, left wrist
└M19.232Secondary osteoarthritis, left wrist