Osteoarthritis Right Knee ICD-10-CM Codes

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What ICD-10 Codes Are Used for Osteoarthritis Right Knee?Which Osteoarthritis Right Knee ICD Codes Are Billable?Clinical Information Synonyms Include FAQS

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What ICD-10 Codes Are Used for Osteoarthritis Right Knee?

Osteoarthritis, mainly when it affects the right knee, can significantly impact a person's mobility and quality of life. Here are the Osteoarthritis right knee ICD codes most often used to describe this condition:

M17.11 - Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee: This code is used for primary osteoarthritis affecting only the right knee.
M17.31 - Unilateral post-traumatic osteoarthritis, right knee: This code is applied when the right knee osteoarthritis has developed after an injury or trauma.‍
M17.4 - Other bilateral secondary osteoarthritis of knee: This code is used if osteoarthritis affects both knees and is secondary to another condition or cause.

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Which Osteoarthritis Right Knee ICD Codes Are Billable?

The following Osteoarthritis Right Knee ICD codes are typically billable:

M17.11 - Yes, it's billable when primary osteoarthritis affects only the right knee.
M17.31 - Yes, this code can be billed when the right knee osteoarthritis has resulted from an injury or trauma.‍
M17.4 - Yes, it can be billed when osteoarthritis is secondary to another condition affecting both knees.

Clinical Information

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions worldwide. When it concerns the knee, it can lead to pain and stiffness, limiting mobility and impacting daily activities. The condition typically develops over time due to wear and tear of the joint, but it can also result from an injury. Here's more:

The cartilage in the knee joint gradually wears away in osteoarthritis.
As the cartilage wears away, the protective space between the bones decreases. This can result in bone rubbing on bone and produce painful bone spurs.
Obesity, age, injury, and genetics can contribute to developing OA.
Treatment typically involves a combination of exercise, weight loss, pain relief, and in some cases, surgery.

Synonyms Include:

Osteoarthritis Right Knee
Right Knee OA
Right Knee Osteoarthritis

Commonly asked questions

What is osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease where the cartilage that cushions the joints wears away, leading to pain, swelling, and stiffness.

What factors can contribute to the development of osteoarthritis in the right knee?

Factors contributing to right knee osteoarthritis include age, obesity, previous injury, overuse, and genetics.

What are some treatment options for osteoarthritis in the right knee?

Treatment options typically include a combination of exercise, weight loss, pain relief medications, physical therapy, and in severe cases, surgery. The choice of treatment depends on the patient's overall health, age, and severity of the osteoarthritis.