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M94.239

Billable

Chondromalacia, unspecified wrist

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

What This Code Means

Softening and degeneration of cartilage in the wrist joint when the specific side is not documented or applies to both sides.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only when laterality (left/right) cannot be determined from documentation
  • •If documentation specifies right or left wrist, use M94.231 or M94.232 instead

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