M70.871
BillableOther soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure, right ankle and foot
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Soft tissue damage in the right ankle and foot caused by repetitive use, overuse, or pressure.
Coding Tips
- •Ensure documentation specifies right ankle/foot; this code includes both anatomical areas
- •Common in athletes and individuals in occupations requiring prolonged standing or walking
Code Hierarchy
└M70Soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure└M70.8Other soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure└M70.87Other soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure of ankle and foot└M70.871Other soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure, right ankle and foot
└M70.871Other soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure, right ankle and foot