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M70.41

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Prepatellar bursitis, right knee

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

What This Code Means

Inflammation of the bursa located in front of the right kneecap, often caused by repetitive kneeling or direct trauma.

Coding Tips

  • •Ensure right knee laterality is clearly documented before coding this specific lateralized version
  • •Consider documenting the etiology (occupational, traumatic) to support medical necessity if applicable

Code Hierarchy

└M70Soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure└M70.4Prepatellar bursitis└M70.41Prepatellar bursitis, right knee
└M70.41Prepatellar bursitis, right knee

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