Other infective bursitis, unspecified site

This code signifies an inflammatory condition of a bursa caused by an infection, where the specific anatomical location of the affected bursa is not documented. It indicates an infectious etiology for bursitis without further site specification.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states "infective bursitis" but does not specify the joint or anatomical region involved. This is appropriate when the provider has diagnosed an infection of a b bursa, but the exact site remains undetermined or unrecorded.

• Avoid using this code if the anatomical site of the infective bursitis is known; instead, code to the specific site (e.g., M71.11- for shoulder, M71.12- for elbow).
• Ensure documentation explicitly states "infective" or "septic" bursitis; otherwise, consider non-infective bursitis codes (M71.2-M71.9).
• Always query the provider for a more specific site if possible, as this code represents an unspecified diagnosis.