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M77.21

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Periarthritis, right wrist

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

What This Code Means

Inflammation of the tissues surrounding the right wrist joint, causing pain and reduced mobility.

Coding Tips

  • •This code is specific to the right wrist; verify laterality in the medical record
  • •Periarthritis can result from overuse, injury, or inflammatory conditions

Code Hierarchy

└M77Other enthesopathies└M77.2Periarthritis of wrist└M77.21Periarthritis, right wrist
└M77.21Periarthritis, right wrist

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