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M94.242

Billable

Chondromalacia, joints of left hand

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 affecting the joints in the left hand, including fingers and palm joints.

Coding Tips

  • •This code applies to any joint in the left hand, not just one specific joint
  • •Ensure documentation clearly indicates left hand involvement to distinguish from right hand chondromalacia

Code Hierarchy

└M94Other disorders of cartilage└M94.2Chondromalacia└M94.24Chondromalacia, joints of hand└M94.242Chondromalacia, joints of left hand
└M94.242Chondromalacia, joints of left hand

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