icd 9 code for enthesopathy of knee

What is the ICD 10 code for enthesopathy?

2018/2019 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M77.9. Enthesopathy, unspecified. 2016 2017 2018 2019 Billable/Specific Code. M77.9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What is enthesopathy in tendinitis?

Enthesopathy, unspecified. Inflammation of tendons. It is characterized by the degeneration of tendons accompanied by an inflammatory repair response, fibroblastic proliferation, and formation of granulation tissue. Tendinitis is not a clinical diagnosis and can be confirmed only by histopathological findings.

What are the signs and symptoms of enthesopathy?

Enthesopathy, unspecified. It is characterized by swelling of the tendon, tenderness around the inflamed tendon, and pain while moving the affected area of the body. Inflammation of tendons. It is characterized by the degeneration of tendons accompanied by an inflammatory repair response, fibroblastic proliferation,...

What are the treatment options for enthesopathy?

Enthesopathy, unspecified. Certain diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, also can cause it. You can usually treat tendinitis with rest, ice and medicine to relieve pain and decrease swelling. Other treatments include ultrasound, physical therapy, steroid injections and surgery.

What is the knee joint made of?

Your knee joint is made up of bone, cartilage, ligaments and fluid. Muscles and tendons help the knee joint move. When any of these structures is hurt or diseased, you have knee problems. Knee problems can cause pain and difficulty walking.

What is the ICd-9 GEM?

The GEMs are the raw material from which providers, health information vendors and payers can derive specific applied mappings to meet their needs.