icd 10 cm code for achilles tenosynovitis

by Dr. Dell McCullough DVM 7 min read

Achilles tendinitis, unspecified leg
M76. 60 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM M76. 60 became effective on October 1, 2021.

What is the ICD-10 code for Achilles tendonitis?

ICD-10 Code for Achilles tendinitis, right leg- M76. 61- Codify by AAPC.

What is meant by Achilles tendonitis?

Achilles tendinitis is an overuse injury of the Achilles (uh-KILL-eez) tendon, the band of tissue that connects calf muscles at the back of the lower leg to your heel bone. Achilles tendinitis most commonly occurs in runners who have suddenly increased the intensity or duration of their runs.

What is the ICD-10 code for left Achilles tendon?

ICD-10-CM Code for Achilles tendinitis, left leg M76. 62.

What is the ICD 9 code for Achilles tendonitis?

726.71726.71 Achilles tendinitis - ICD-9-CM Vol. 1 Diagnostic Codes.

What is the medical term for Achilles heel?

The Achilles tendon is a tough band of fibrous tissue that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone (calcaneus). The Achilles tendon is also called the calcaneal tendon.

What causes Achilles tendonitis?

Strenuous activity involving the leg, including running, sprinting, or jumping, can cause Achilles tendonitis. Symptoms may come on gradually during your activity. Sudden, extreme pain in the tendon, resulting in an inability to put weight on the foot, can indicate a rupture in the tendon.

What's the difference between tendinosis and tendonitis?

Tendinitis is an acutely inflamed swollen tendon that doesn't have microscopic tendon damage. The underlying culprit in tendinitis is inflammation. Tendinosis, on the other hand, is a chronically damaged tendon with disorganized fibers and a hard, thickened, scarred and rubbery appearance.

What is the CPT code for Achilles tendon repair?

27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon; Lay Description (Code): The physician repairs a ruptured Achilles tendon.

Is Achilles tendon flexor or extensor?

Function. Through the action of the triceps surae, which raises the heel and lowers the forefoot, the Achilles tendon is involved in plantar flexion of the foot (approximately 93% of the plantar flexion force).

What is the modified 3 digit diagnostic code for tendonitis?

Code 726.72 includes tendonitis of the anterior and posterior tibia. Tendonitis of the hip region (726.5) — includes tendonitis of the gluteal, psoas, and trochanteric tendons.

What is Retrocalcaneal bursitis?

Retrocalcaneal bursitis (also known as ankle bursitis or Achilles tendon bursitis) is a condition in which the retrocalcaneal bursa, a small cushioning sac between the heel bone and the Achilles tendon, becomes inflamed.

What is the ICD 9 code for biceps tendon tear?

Short description: Biceps tendon rupture. ICD-9-CM 727.62 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 727.62 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015.

What is the ICd code for Achilles tendonitis?

The ICD code M766 is used to code Achilles tendinitis. Achilles tendinitis (also Achilles tenosynovitis or Achilles tendinopathy) is tendinitis of the Achilles tendon, generally caused by overuse of the affected limb and is more common among athletes training under less than ideal conditions.

What is the ICD code for acute care?

M76 .6. Non-Billable means the code is not sufficient justification for admission to an acute care hospital when used a principal diagnosis. Use a child code to capture more detail. ICD Code M76.6 is a non-billable code.

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