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M94.9

Billable

Disorder of cartilage, unspecified

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

What This Code Means

A general cartilage disorder that cannot be more specifically identified or classified. This is used when the type and location of the cartilage problem are not clearly documented.

Coding Tips

  • •This is a non-specific code; use only when more specific M94 codes cannot be applied
  • •Request additional documentation to determine the specific type and location of the cartilage disorder

Code Hierarchy

└M94Other disorders of cartilage└M94.9Disorder of cartilage, unspecified
└M94.9Disorder of cartilage, unspecified

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