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M24.529

Billable

Contracture, unspecified elbow

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

What This Code Means

A permanent tightening or shortening of muscles and tissues in the elbow with unspecified laterality that limits joint movement.

Coding Tips

  • •Query provider for clarification on which elbow is affected when laterality is not documented
  • •Avoid using this code if documentation supports assignment of a laterality-specific code

Code Hierarchy

└M24Other specific joint derangements└M24.5Contracture of joint└M24.52Contracture, elbow└M24.529Contracture, unspecified elbow
└M24.529Contracture, unspecified elbow

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