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M76.61

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Achilles tendinitis, right leg

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

What This Code Means

Inflammation of the Achilles tendon (the large tendon at the back of the right ankle), causing pain and stiffness in the right heel and calf area.

Coding Tips

  • •This is the lateralized code for right leg; ensure documentation clearly specifies right side
  • •Achilles tendinitis is common in runners and athletes; document any associated activities, trauma, or underlying conditions like insertional tendinitis

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