icd 10 code for left thumb cmc oa

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M18. 12 - Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand | ICD-10-CM.

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What is the ICD 10 code for thumb osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthrosis of the thumb joint Primary osteoarthritis of hand ICD-10-CM M19.049 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group (s) (MS-DRG v38.0): 553 Bone diseases and arthropathies with mcc

What is the ICD 10 code for osteoarthritis of the left hand?

2021 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M18.12 Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Billable/Specific Code M18.12 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What is the ICD 10 code for left hand instability?

Other instability, left hand. M25.342 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What is the ICD 10 code for chondromalacia?

M18.12 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 M18.12 became effective on October 1, 2021.

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What is the ICD-10 code for CMC arthritis?

Osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, unspecified M18. 9 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 M18. 9 became effective on October 1, 2021.

Is the thumb the first CMC joint?

The 1st CMC (carpometacarpal) joint is a specialized saddle-shaped joint at the base of the thumb. The trapezium carpal bone of the wrist and the first metacarpal bone of the hand form the 1st CMC or thumb basal joint.

Where is the CMC joint located?

The CMC joints are located between the distal carpal row and the metacarpal bones (Fig. 13.54). Each metacarpal and its associated phalanges make up a ray of the hand. The CMC joints are enclosed by a single joint capsule.

What is CMC osteoarthritis?

Carpometacarpal osteoarthritis is a degenerative condition of the hand that causes pain, stiffness and weakness. It is the second most common site of degenerative disease in the hand after arthritis of the distal interphalangeal joints. 1.

What type of joint is the CMC of the thumb?

saddle jointThe carpometacarpal (CMC) of the thumb is a saddle joint that permits a wide range of motion and is largely responsible for the characteristic dexterity of human prehension. This joint, located at the very base of the thumb, is subject to large physical stresses throughout life.

Is Basal joint same as CMC joint?

The CMC joint (also called the basal joint) at the base of the thumb is commonly affected by arthritis. It is the thumb joint located deep in the heel of the palm where the thumb metacarpal joins with a wrist bone called the trapezium.

How do you call the carpometacarpal joint of the thumb?

The base of the thumb where it meets the hand is called the carpometacarpal (CMC) joint. This joint allows the thumb to move freely in many directions. It also provides strength so the hand can grasp and grip. A smooth tissue called cartilage lines and cushions the bones of the CMC joint.

What is a CMC in anatomy?

Anatomical Parts The carpometacarpal joints (CMC) are five joints in the wrist that articulate the distal row of carpal bones and the proximal bases of the fivemetacarpal bones. The CMC of the thumb or the first CMC, also known as the trapeziometacarpal joint (TMC), differs significantly from the other four CMCs.

What is severe first CMC osteoarthritis?

What is osteoarthritis (OA) of the thumb (also known as first carpometacarpal joint arthritis)? Osteoarthritis of the thumb is a chronic condition causing pain, stiffness and occasional clicking and swelling in the joint at the base of thumb (also known as the carpometacarpal or CMC joint).

Index to Diseases and Injuries

The Index to Diseases and Injuries is an alphabetical listing of medical terms, with each term mapped to one or more ICD-10 code (s). The following references for the code M18.0 are found in the index:

Approximate Synonyms

The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:

Convert M18.0 to ICD-9 Code

The General Equivalency Mapping (GEM) crosswalk indicates an approximate mapping between the ICD-10 code M18.0 its ICD-9 equivalent. The approximate mapping means there is not an exact match between the ICD-10 code and the ICD-9 code and the mapped code is not a precise representation of the original code.

Information for Patients

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It causes pain, swelling, and reduced motion in your joints. It can occur in any joint, but usually it affects your hands, knees, hips or spine.

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