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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Degenerative Arthritis

ICD-10 Coding for Degenerative Arthritis

M15.0
M16.0
M17.0

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for degenerative arthritis includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative Joint Disease
DJD
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Degenerative Arthritis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Degenerative Arthritis

Use ICD-10 code M15.0 for primary generalized (osteo)arthritis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis

Billable Code
M15.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Multiple joints affected with typical OA changes on imaging

Applicable To

  • • Generalized osteoarthritis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports the generalized nature of the condition.

Primary osteoarthritis of hip

Billable Code
M16.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • X-ray evidence of joint space narrowing and osteophytes

Applicable To

  • • Osteoarthritis of hip

Important Notes

  • • Document imaging findings and clinical symptoms.

Primary osteoarthritis of knee

Billable Code
M17.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • X-ray showing joint space narrowing and osteophytes

Applicable To

  • • Osteoarthritis of knee

Important Notes

  • • Document imaging findings and clinical symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for degenerative arthritis?

The ICD-10 code for primary generalized osteoarthritis is M15.0, while specific codes like M16.0 and M17.0 are used for hip and knee osteoarthritis, respectively.

How do you code bilateral knee osteoarthritis?

Bilateral knee osteoarthritis is coded as M17.0 for primary osteoarthritis. Ensure to document the bilateral nature in the clinical notes.

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