M71.841
BillableOther specified bursopathies, right hand
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A condition affecting the fluid-filled sacs (bursae) in the right hand, causing inflammation or other problems not specified elsewhere.
Coding Tips
- •Clarify whether the bursopathy involves the dorsal hand, palm, or specific finger areas, as this may affect treatment planning
- •Ensure right hand laterality is explicitly documented; hand conditions can sometimes be ambiguous in documentation
Code Hierarchy
└M71Other bursopathies└M71.8Other specified bursopathies└M71.84Other specified bursopathies, hand└M71.841Other specified bursopathies, right hand
└M71.841Other specified bursopathies, right hand