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M62.50

Billable

Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, unspecified site

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

What This Code Means

Loss of muscle mass and weakening in an unspecified location on the body, not caused by a specific named condition.

Coding Tips

  • Use this code only when the site of muscle wasting is not documented or cannot be determined; if location is known, use a more specific code.
  • This code is often used for generalized muscle atrophy when the underlying cause is not yet identified or is being investigated.

Code Hierarchy

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