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M70.10

Billable

Bursitis, unspecified hand

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

What This Code Means

Inflammation of a fluid-filled sac (bursa) in an unspecified hand that cushions tendons and bones.

Coding Tips

  • •This is a non-specific code; attempt to determine which hand is affected to use a more specific code
  • •Bursitis can be acute or chronic; document the duration if available

Code Hierarchy

└M70Soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure└M70.1Bursitis of hand└M70.10Bursitis, unspecified hand
└M70.10Bursitis, unspecified hand

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