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M70.032

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Crepitant synovitis (acute) (chronic), left wrist

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

What This Code Means

A condition where the synovium of the left wrist becomes inflamed and produces a crackling or popping sensation, which can be either acute or chronic.

Coding Tips

  • •Confirm laterality is documented as left to ensure accurate coding.
  • •Document the presence of crepitus and whether symptoms are acute or chronic in the medical record.

Code Hierarchy

└M70Soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure└M70.0Crepitant synovitis (acute) (chronic) of hand and wrist└M70.03Crepitant synovitis (acute) (chronic), wrist└M70.032Crepitant synovitis (acute) (chronic), left wrist
└M70.032Crepitant synovitis (acute) (chronic), left wrist

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