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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Effusion of the Right Knee

ICD-10 Coding for Effusion of the Right Knee

M25.461

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for effusion of the right knee includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Knee Joint Effusion
Water on the Knee
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Effusion of the Right Knee

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Effusion of the Right Knee

Use ICD-10 code M25.461 for effusion, right knee, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Effusion, right knee

Billable Code
M25.461
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Effusion confirmed by imaging or physical exam
documentation:
  • • Explicit mention of 'right knee' in the medical record

Applicable To

  • • Isolated traumatic or nontraumatic effusion of the right knee

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid using unspecified codes.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M25.469

Effusion, unspecified knee

Use when laterality is not specified in the documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for effusion of the right knee?

The ICD-10 code for effusion of the right knee is M25.461. It is used when the effusion is isolated to the right knee and is the primary focus of care.

How should effusion of the right knee be documented?

Documentation should specify 'right knee' and include clinical findings such as imaging results or physical exam signs like the bulge sign.

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