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Z96.691

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Finger-joint replacement of right hand

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

What This Code Means

A patient has artificial joints replacing one or more finger joints in the right hand. These prosthetic replacements are used to restore function and reduce pain in damaged finger joints.

Coding Tips

  • •This code indicates finger-joint replacement specifically in the right hand; do not use for thumb joints unless specified
  • •Document the number of fingers affected if relevant to the clinical encounter, though this code does not differentiate by number

Code Hierarchy

└Z96Presence of other functional implants└Z96.6Presence of orthopedic joint implants└Z96.69Presence of other orthopedic joint implants└Z96.691Finger-joint replacement of right hand
└Z96.691Finger-joint replacement of right hand

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