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M65.221

Billable

Calcific tendinitis, right upper arm

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

What This Code Means

Calcium deposits forming in a tendon of the right upper arm, causing inflammation and potential pain.

Coding Tips

  • •Ensure laterality is clearly documented as 'right' to support this specific code selection
  • •Document which specific tendon is affected (e.g., rotator cuff) if clinically relevant

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