M25.222
BillableFlail joint, left elbow
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A condition where the left elbow joint is unstable and moves excessively in multiple directions, causing the arm to feel loose or uncontrolled.
Coding Tips
- •Verify laterality is documented as 'left' in the medical record before assigning this code
- •Document the underlying cause if known, such as trauma, arthritis, or neuromuscular disease
Code Hierarchy
└M25Other joint disorder, not elsewhere classified└M25.2Flail joint└M25.22Flail joint, elbow└M25.222Flail joint, left elbow
└M25.222Flail joint, left elbow