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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Baker's Cyst Left Knee

ICD-10 Coding for Baker's Cyst Left Knee

M71.22

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for baker's cyst left knee includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Popliteal Cyst
Synovial Cyst of Popliteal Space
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Baker's Cyst Left Knee

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Baker's Cyst Left Knee

Use ICD-10 code M71.22 for synovial cyst of popliteal space [baker], left knee, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Synovial cyst of popliteal space [Baker], left knee

Billable Code
M71.22
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of a fluid-filled swelling behind the left knee confirmed by imaging.
documentation:
  • • Documentation must specify 'synovial cyst of popliteal space [Baker], left knee'.

Applicable To

  • • Baker's cyst of the left knee

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'Baker's cyst' and includes imaging confirmation.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M25.561

Pain in left knee

Use when documenting associated knee pain.

M25.662

Stiffness of left knee

Use when documenting associated knee stiffness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for Baker's cyst in the left knee?

The ICD-10 code for a Baker's cyst in the left knee is M71.22. This code is used when the cyst is confirmed by imaging and documented as a synovial cyst of the popliteal space.

How is a Baker's cyst in the left knee documented?

Documentation should specify 'synovial cyst of popliteal space [Baker], left knee' and include imaging confirmation. Associated conditions like osteoarthritis should also be noted.

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