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M71.871

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Other specified bursopathies, right ankle and foot

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

What This Code Means

Inflammation or other problems affecting the fluid-filled sacs (bursae) around the right ankle and foot.

Coding Tips

  • •This code is specific to the right ankle and foot; use M71.872 for left side or M71.879 if side is unspecified
  • •Document whether the bursopathy affects the ankle, foot, or both structures

Code Hierarchy

└M71Other bursopathies└M71.8Other specified bursopathies└M71.87Other specified bursopathies, ankle and foot└M71.871Other specified bursopathies, right ankle and foot
└M71.871Other specified bursopathies, right ankle and foot

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