Other specified bursopathies, other site

This code signifies an inflammatory or degenerative condition affecting a bursa that is not specifically classified elsewhere and occurs in an anatomical location other than the shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee, or foot. It represents a non-specific bursopathy in an uncommon or unlisted site.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a bursitis or other bursopathy in a site not covered by more specific ICD-10-CM codes (e.g., prepatellar, olecranon, subacromial). The medical record should specify the affected bursa and confirm it's not one of the commonly coded locations.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "other site" or a location not covered by more granular M71.x codes.
• Avoid using this code if a more specific M71.x code exists for the documented anatomical location.
• Query the provider if the documentation is vague regarding the specific bursa or its exact anatomical location.