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M71.879

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Other specified bursopathies, unspecified 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 ankle and foot, not specified as left or right side.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only when ankle and foot bursopathy is documented but laterality is not specified
  • •Attempt to clarify from clinical notes or imaging whether the condition is unilateral or bilateral

Code Hierarchy

└M71Other bursopathies└M71.8Other specified bursopathies└M71.87Other specified bursopathies, ankle and foot└M71.879Other specified bursopathies, unspecified ankle and foot
└M71.879Other specified bursopathies, unspecified ankle and foot

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