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M25.451

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Effusion, right hip

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

What This Code Means

Fluid accumulation in the right hip joint, which can cause swelling, stiffness, and discomfort in the hip area.

Coding Tips

  • •Verify laterality is documented as right hip in the medical record before assigning this code
  • •Investigate the underlying cause of effusion (trauma, arthritis, infection) as it may require additional coding

Code Hierarchy

└M25Other joint disorder, not elsewhere classified└M25.4Effusion of joint└M25.45Effusion, hip└M25.451Effusion, right hip
└M25.451Effusion, right hip

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