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M87.132

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Osteonecrosis due to drugs of left radius

HCC Category Mapping

V24HCC 39Bone/Joint/Muscle Infections/Necrosis
0.482
ESRDHCC 39Bone/Joint/Muscle Infections/Necrosis
0.000
RxHCCHCC 80Bone/Joint/Muscle Infections/Necrosis
0.000

What This Code Means

Death of bone tissue in the left radius (forearm bone) caused by medication side effects.

Coding Tips

  • Document which medication caused the osteonecrosis for complete clinical picture and potential adverse event reporting
  • Confirm left side is documented; do not assume laterality from clinical context alone

Clinical Significance

Drug-induced osteonecrosis of the left radius represents a medication-related complication affecting the dominant or non-dominant forearm, potentially impacting occupational and recreational activities. The laterality specification is essential for rehabilitation planning and functional outcome assessment.

Documentation Requirements

  • Explicit documentation of left radius involvement
  • Causative medication identification with dosage/duration when available
  • Radiological confirmation of osteonecrosis (X-ray, MRI, bone scan)
  • Symptom documentation including pain severity and functional impact
  • Assessment of grip strength and range of motion limitations
  • Drug exposure timeline and relationship to symptom development
  • Current treatment plan and response to interventions
  • Provider assessment linking drug use to osteonecrosis development

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