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M71.559

Billable

Other bursitis, not elsewhere classified, unspecified hip

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 the hip with unspecified side, causing pain and swelling.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only when the medical record does not specify right or left hip
  • •Query the provider if clinical findings or imaging can determine laterality for more specific coding

Code Hierarchy

└M71Other bursopathies└M71.5Other bursitis, not elsewhere classified└M71.55Other bursitis, not elsewhere classified, hip└M71.559Other bursitis, not elsewhere classified, unspecified hip
└M71.559Other bursitis, not elsewhere classified, unspecified hip

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