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M24.542

Billable

Contracture, left hand

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 left hand that limits movement and flexibility.

Coding Tips

  • •Verify the contracture is specifically documented as affecting the left hand, not bilateral or unspecified
  • •Ensure this code is not used if the contracture is secondary to another condition like stroke or burn; check for a primary diagnosis code

Code Hierarchy

└M24Other specific joint derangements└M24.5Contracture of joint└M24.54Contracture, hand└M24.542Contracture, left hand
└M24.542Contracture, left hand

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