M89.631
BillableOsteopathy after poliomyelitis, right forearm
HCC Category Mapping
V28HCC 92 — Bone/Joint/Muscle Infections/Necrosis
0.209V24HCC 39 — Bone/Joint/Muscle Infections/Necrosis
0.482ESRDHCC 39 — Bone/Joint/Muscle Infections/Necrosis
0.000What This Code Means
Bone disease that develops as a long-term consequence of polio infection, affecting the right forearm.
Coding Tips
- •This code is used for post-polio sequelae affecting bone structure; ensure polio history is documented
- •Verify laterality is clearly documented as right before assigning this code
Clinical Significance
Right forearm post-polio osteopathy represents chronic bone changes in the radius and ulna following poliomyelitis infection, potentially affecting forearm rotation and hand function. This condition requires ongoing orthopedic management as part of comprehensive post-polio care.
Documentation Requirements
- ✓Clear history of previous poliomyelitis infection
- ✓Specific identification of right forearm bone involvement
- ✓Imaging evidence of post-polio osteopathic changes in radius/ulna
- ✓Assessment of forearm rotation and wrist function
- ✓Hand grip strength and dexterity evaluation
- ✓Pain assessment and functional limitations
- ✓Occupational therapy needs and adaptive equipment
- ✓Integration with overall post-polio syndrome management
Commonly Confused Codes
G14 — Post-polio syndrome primarily affects neurological functionM25.531 — Right forearm pain is symptomatic, not structural bone diseaseS52.501A — Forearm fracture is acute injury, not chronic bone diseaseM19.031 — Primary wrist osteoarthritis is degenerative, not post-infectiousM87.831 — Other osteonecrosis has different pathophysiology
Code Hierarchy
└M89Other disorders of bone└M89.6Osteopathy after poliomyelitis└M89.63Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, forearm└M89.631Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, right forearm
└M89.631Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, right forearm