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M77.22

Billable

Periarthritis, left 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 left wrist joint, causing pain and reduced mobility.

Coding Tips

  • •This code is specific to the left wrist; confirm laterality is documented
  • •Consider documenting the underlying cause (overuse, trauma, etc.) for better clinical clarity

Code Hierarchy

└M77Other enthesopathies└M77.2Periarthritis of wrist└M77.22Periarthritis, left wrist
└M77.22Periarthritis, left wrist

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