M67.979
BillableUnspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, unspecified ankle and foot
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
An unspecified problem affecting the synovium or tendons in the ankle and foot when the specific side is not documented or identified.
Coding Tips
- •Use only when laterality cannot be determined; this is a less specific code and should be avoided if possible.
- •Review the medical record for any clues about unilateral versus bilateral involvement.
Code Hierarchy
└M67Other disorders of synovium and tendon└M67.9Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon└M67.97Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, ankle and foot└M67.979Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, unspecified ankle and foot
└M67.979Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, unspecified ankle and foot