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M25.742

Billable

Osteophyte, left hand

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

What This Code Means

Bone spurs that have developed in the left hand joints, which may limit finger mobility or cause pain with gripping.

Coding Tips

  • •Verify left hand laterality in the medical record before assignment
  • •Distinguish between osteophytes of the hand versus wrist; review imaging reports for anatomical location

Code Hierarchy

└M25Other joint disorder, not elsewhere classified└M25.7Osteophyte└M25.74Osteophyte, hand└M25.742Osteophyte, left hand
└M25.742Osteophyte, left hand

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