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M71.011

Billable

Abscess of bursa, right shoulder

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

What This Code Means

An infection or collection of pus in a bursa located in the right shoulder.

Coding Tips

  • •Ensure laterality (right side) is clearly documented in the medical record
  • •Document the causative factor (trauma, infection, overuse) when available

Code Hierarchy

└M71Other bursopathies└M71.0Abscess of bursa└M71.01Abscess of bursa, shoulder└M71.011Abscess of bursa, right shoulder
└M71.011Abscess of bursa, right shoulder

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