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M86.411

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Chronic osteomyelitis with draining sinus, right shoulder

HCC Category Mapping

V28HCC 92Bone/Joint/Muscle Infections/Necrosis
0.209
V24HCC 39Bone/Joint/Muscle Infections/Necrosis
0.482
ESRDHCC 39Bone/Joint/Muscle Infections/Necrosis
0.000

What This Code Means

A chronic bone infection of the right shoulder with an open drainage tract or sinus that allows infected material to drain to the skin surface.

Coding Tips

  • Verify documentation confirms both chronic osteomyelitis AND presence of draining sinus
  • Ensure laterality is specified as 'right' in the medical record

Clinical Significance

Chronic osteomyelitis with draining sinus of the right shoulder represents a severe, treatment-resistant bone infection with persistent drainage, significantly impacting upper extremity function. The presence of a draining sinus indicates advanced disease requiring aggressive management and monitoring for complications.

Documentation Requirements

  • Specific documentation of right shoulder involvement
  • Evidence of chronic osteomyelitis (>6 weeks or recurrent)
  • Confirmation of active draining sinus tract
  • Radiographic findings showing chronic bone changes
  • Clinical description of drainage characteristics
  • Laboratory markers supporting chronic infection
  • Treatment history addressing infection and drainage management
  • Provider assessment confirming chronic osteomyelitis with drainage

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