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M71.172

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Other infective bursitis, left ankle and foot

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

What This Code Means

An infection in the fluid-filled sac (bursa) in the left ankle or foot area, causing inflammation and pain.

Coding Tips

  • •Document the specific anatomical location (ankle versus foot) if available for clinical clarity
  • •Ensure left ankle/foot laterality is explicitly stated in the medical record

Code Hierarchy

└M71Other bursopathies└M71.1Other infective bursitis└M71.17Other infective bursitis, ankle and foot└M71.172Other infective bursitis, left ankle and foot
└M71.172Other infective bursitis, left ankle and foot

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