Wiki End-stage arthritis

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could this be coded as osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease using the 715 category?

thank you
 
Yes, as far as I can see, there is no code for "end-stage arthritis" of any form (osteo, rheumatoid, etc), so you should code the specific type of arthritis.
 
thank you but if it doesn't say the type just arthritis with the end-stage in front
do we have to use 716.9
or can we use the 715.9
thanks
 
715.9 is specifically for osteoarthrosis, so in my opinion, you should go with 716.9 (Arthropathy, unspecified). If you work in a provider's office, you might want to ask the physician for additional information on this pt's condition though...if that's an option. Hope that helps!

Mary Kittredge, CPC, MA
 
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