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M21.212

Billable

Flexion deformity, left shoulder

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

What This Code Means

A permanent bending or inability to fully straighten the left shoulder joint.

Coding Tips

  • •This code specifies the left shoulder; use M21.211 for right shoulder or M21.219 if side is unspecified
  • •Document the underlying cause if known (e.g., post-stroke, contracture, arthritis) for more complete coding

Code Hierarchy

└M21Other acquired deformities of limbs└M21.2Flexion deformity└M21.21Flexion deformity, shoulder└M21.212Flexion deformity, left shoulder
└M21.212Flexion deformity, left shoulder

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