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M21.221

Billable

Flexion deformity, right elbow

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 right elbow joint.

Coding Tips

  • •This code specifies the right elbow; use M21.222 for left elbow or M21.229 if side is unspecified
  • •Common in conditions like stroke, cerebral palsy, or post-traumatic contractures

Code Hierarchy

└M21Other acquired deformities of limbs└M21.2Flexion deformity└M21.22Flexion deformity, elbow└M21.221Flexion deformity, right elbow
└M21.221Flexion deformity, right elbow

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