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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Osteochondral Lesion

ICD-10 Coding for Osteochondral Lesion

M93.26-
M93.21-
M24.17-

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

Also Known as:
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteochondral Defect
Osteochondral Injury
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Osteochondral Lesion

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Osteochondral Lesion

Use ICD-10 code M93.26- for osteochondritis dissecans of knee, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Osteochondritis dissecans of knee

Non-Billable
M93.26-
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • MRI confirmation of subchondral fracture

Applicable To

  • • OCD lesions confirmed by imaging with fragment stability and location

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies whether the lesion involves cartilage or bone.

Osteochondritis dissecans of shoulder

Non-Billable
M93.21-
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Glenoid or humeral head involvement

Important Notes

  • • Documentation must specify the specific area of involvement in the shoulder.

Other articular cartilage disorders, ankle and foot

Non-Billable
M24.17-
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Talar osteochondral lesions without loose bodies

Important Notes

  • • Ensure chronicity is documented and no loose bodies are present.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M24.27

Disorder of ligament, ankle

For chronic instability contributing to osteochondral lesions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for osteochondral lesion?

The ICD-10 code for osteochondral lesion varies by location: M93.26- for the knee and M93.21- for the shoulder.

How do you document an osteochondral lesion?

Document the lesion's size, stability, and imaging findings. Include specific terms like 'unstable OCD lesion' and confirm with MRI or CT.

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