M24.871
BillableOther specific joint derangements of right ankle, not elsewhere classified
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A structural problem or abnormality in the right ankle joint that doesn't fit into other specific categories, such as cartilage damage, loose bodies, or joint instability.
Coding Tips
- •Distinguish between ankle derangement and ankle sprain or ligament injuries
- •Document the specific type of derangement present in the clinical record
Code Hierarchy
└M24Other specific joint derangements└M24.8Other specific joint derangements, not elsewhere classified└M24.87Other specific joint derangements of ankle and foot, not elsewhere classified└M24.871Other specific joint derangements of right ankle, not elsewhere classified
└M24.871Other specific joint derangements of right ankle, not elsewhere classified