M76.01
BillableGluteal tendinitis, right hip
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Inflammation of the gluteal tendons (muscles in the buttocks) on the right side of the hip, causing pain and weakness.
Coding Tips
- •Confirm right hip laterality is documented; do not assume based on patient complaints
- •Distinguish from other hip conditions like bursitis or muscle strains
Code Hierarchy
└M76Enthesopathies, lower limb, excluding foot└M76.0Gluteal tendinitis└M76.01Gluteal tendinitis, right hip
└M76.01Gluteal tendinitis, right hip