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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Knee Arthrofibrosis

ICD-10 Coding for Knee Arthrofibrosis

M24.561
T84.82XA

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

Also Known as:
Post-TKA Stiffness
Knee Joint Stiffness
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Knee Arthrofibrosis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Knee Arthrofibrosis

Use ICD-10 code M24.561 for stiffness of right knee, not elsewhere classified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Stiffness of right knee, not elsewhere classified

Billable Code
M24.561
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • ROM measurements showing flexion ≤90° and extension deficit ≥10°
  • • Imaging confirming scar tissue or adhesions

Applicable To

  • • Idiopathic knee stiffness
  • • Post-surgical knee stiffness

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies stiffness rather than pain.

Fibrosis due to internal joint prosthesis, initial encounter

Billable Code
T84.82XA
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Imaging showing fibrotic bands or scar tissue around prosthesis
  • • Temporal relationship to TKA

Applicable To

  • • Fibrosis post-TKA

Important Notes

  • • Ensure linkage to the prosthetic device is documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z96.651

Presence of right artificial knee joint

Use to indicate the presence of a prosthesis in post-TKA cases.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for knee arthrofibrosis?

The ICD-10 code for knee arthrofibrosis is M24.561 for the right knee and M24.562 for the left knee, used when stiffness is idiopathic or post-surgical.

How is post-TKA arthrofibrosis coded?

Post-TKA arthrofibrosis is coded with M24.561 for stiffness and T84.82XA for fibrosis due to prosthesis, along with Z96.651 for prosthetic presence.

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