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ICD-10-CM Code for Achilles tendinitis M76.6

ICD-10 code M76.6 for Achilles tendinitis is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Soft tissue disorders .

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Official Long Descriptor

Achilles tendinitis
Achilles bursitis

M76

Excludes2: bursitis due to use, overuse and pressure (M70.-)
enthesopathies of ankle and foot (M77.5-)

 
M76.6 Achilles tendinitis
Child Code
Achilles tendinitis, unspecified leg
Child Code
Achilles tendinitis, right leg
Child Code
Achilles tendinitis, left leg

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MEAT criteria
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DME documentation guidelines...first denial!
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acupuncture updates
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Appeal advice!!
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