icd-9 code for si joint syndrome

by Darrell Berge 7 min read

With the inclusion of ICD-9-CM code 721.3, 128,354 patients with SI joint disruption and/or degenerative sacroiliitis were identified (49,821 patients with a primary diagnosis code of 721.3).Feb 11, 2014

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What is the CPT code for SI joint injection?

For example, a 36-year-old male undergoes right side SI joint injection with ultrasonic guidance and trigger point injections at quadriceps, psoas, and trapezius muscles. Proper coding is 20553, 76942. Because appropriate reimbursement is based on the guidance used, providers should document this clearly.

What is the ICD 10 code for sacroiliac joint dysfunction?

Segmental and somatic dysfunction, sacral region; Somatic dysfunction of bilateral sacroiliac joint; Somatic dysfunction of bilateral sacroiliac joints; Somatic dysfunction of left sacroiliac joint; Somatic dysfunction of right sacroiliac joint; Somatic dysfunction of sacroiliac joint ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S33.6XXA [convert to ICD-9-CM]

What is the ICD 9 code for sacroiliitis NEC?

Short description: Sacroiliitis NEC. ICD-9-CM 720.2 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 720.2 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015.

What is proper reporting of sacroiliac (SI) joint injection?

Proper reporting requires modifier and radiological guidance knowledge. Sacroiliac (SI) joint injection, or SI joint block, is used primarily either to diagnose or to treat low-back pain, and/or sciatica associated with SI joint dysfunction.

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What is SI joint syndrome?

Sacroiliac joint syndrome, or SI joint syndrome, is a frequent culprit of low back pain, and may also create pain in the buttock region, groin and lower extremities. The SI joint sits between the sacrum and the ilium where the base of the spine connects with the backbone and hip bones, and also absorbs shock.

What is the ICD 10 code for right SI joint pain?

Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified M46. 1 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 M46. 1 became effective on October 1, 2021.

What is the SI joint in the back?

The sacroiliac joints link your pelvis and lower spine. They're made up of the sacrum — the bony structure above your tailbone and below your lower vertebrae — and the top part (ilium) of your pelvis. There are sacroiliac joints in both the right and left sides of your lower back.

What is the ICD 10 code for sacroiliitis?

ICD-10 code: M46. 1 Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified.

What is the ICD-10 code for hip pain?

M25. 559 - Pain in unspecified hip. ICD-10-CM.

What is the ICD-10 code for bilateral sacroiliitis?

ICD-10 code M46. 1 for Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Dorsopathies .

Is the SI joint part of the hip?

The sacroiliac joint connects the hip bones (iliac crests) to the sacrum, the triangular bone between the lumbar spine and the tailbone (coccyx).

Is S1 the same as SI joint?

The SI joints are located on either side of the sacral spine and are situated deep in the pelvis. Each SI joint is secured and well protected by strong ligaments. The joint surface extends from the S1 spinal segment to the middle of the S3 spinal segment.

What type of joint is the SI joint?

The SI joint is a diarthrodial synovial joint. It is surrounded by a fibrous capsule containing a joint space filled with synovial fluid between the articular surfaces. The articular surface is made up of two, strong, C-shaped layers.

What is the CPT code for SI joint fusion?

Therefore, it is clear the existing CPT code 27280 describes an open SI joint fusion procedure from multiple different approaches and that CPT code 27279 has been established to describe MIS SI joint procedures that utilize a lateral transiliac approach (Table 1).

What is the ICD-10 code for back pain?

5 – Low Back Pain. ICD-Code M54. 5 is a billable ICD-10 code used for healthcare diagnosis reimbursement of chronic low back pain.

What is the CPT code for sacroiliac joint injection?

27096 – Injection procedure for Sacroiliac Joint, Arthrography and/or Anesthetic/Steroid G0260 – Injection procedure for Sacroiliac Joint; provision of anesthetic, steroid and/or other therapeutic agent, with or without Arthrography to be billed by ASC facilities ONLY.

The Cervical Spine

The MEDICARE listings for Subluxation (the 739 series): 739.0 Occipital Subluxation (Nonallopathic Lesion) 739.1 Cervical Subluxation (Nonallopathic Lesion) 739.2 Thoracic Subluxation (Nonallopathic Lesion) 739.3 Lumbar Subluxation (Nonallopathic Lesion) 739.4 Sacrum or Coccyx Subluxation (Nonallopathic Lesion) 739.5 Pelvic (Ilia or SI) Subluxation (Nonallopathic Lesion) Personally, I prefer the 839 series: (What is an Nonallopathic Lesion?) 839.01 Subluxation of First Cervical Vertebra 839.02 Subluxation of Second Vertebra (.03 = Third, etc.) 839.08 Multiple Cervical Subluxation 722.0 Cervical Disc Disorder w/o Myelopathy 722.71 Cervical Disc Disorder with Myelopathy 723.0 Cervical Spinal Stenosis (usually Disc-related) 728.4 Ligament laxity (observed on flexion/extension films) 723.2 Cervicocranial Syndrome (Barre-Lieou syndrome; Posterior cervical sympathetic syndrome) 723.3 Cervicobrachial Syndrome (diffuse) 723.4 Brachial Neuritis; Cervical Radiculitis; Radicular Syndrome of Upper Extremity 723.5 Torticollis; Contracture of Neck 722.4 Degeneration of Cervical Disc (s) 353.2 Cervical Nerve Root Lesion 724.9 Foraminal Encroachment (Compression) of Nerve Root, Cervical 722.81 Postlaminectomy Syndrome Of Cervical Region 354.1 Median Nerve Neuritis 354.2 Ulnar Nerve Lesion 354.3 Radial Nerve Lesion 719.08 Edema of Cervical Facet Joint 719.48 Arthralgia of Cervical Spine 719.58 Stiffness of Cervical Spine 847.0 Cervical Sprain/Strain 723.2 Cervicocranial Syndrome 351.0 Bell’s Palsy 723.8 Occipital Neuralgia 723.3 Cervicobrachial Syndrome 353.0 Thoracic Outlet Syndrome 726.1 Rotator Cuff Syndrome 726.10 Supraspinatus Syndrome 354.0 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome 524.6 TMJ Dysfunction Syndrome 847.0 Acute post-traumatic torticollis DISCONTINUE USE OF: 333.83 Spasmodic Torticollis - This is generally due to hereditary CNS problems or degenerative CNS problems..

Headaches

NOTE: Always use the more specific 5 digit code! Cluster Headaches And Other Trigeminal Autonomic Cephalgias 339.00 Cluster headache syndrome, unspecified 339.01 Episodic cluster headache 339.05 Short-lasting unilateral neuralgiform headache with conjunctival injection and tearing 339.09 Other trigeminal autonomic cephalgias Tension Type Headache 339.10 Tension-type headache, unspecified 339.11 Episodic tension-type headache 339.12 Chronic tension-type headache 307.81 Tension Headache Post-traumatic Headache 339.20 Posttraumatic headache, unspecified 339.21 Acute posttraumatic headache 339.22 Chronic posttraumatic headache 339.30 Drug-induced headache, not elsewhere classified Complicated Headache Syndromes 339.41 Hemicrania continua 339.42 New daily persistent headache 339.43 Primary thunderclap headache 339.44 Other complicated headache syndrome Other Specified Headache Syndromes 339.81 Hypnic headache 339.82 Headache associated with sexual activity 339.83 Primary cough headache 339.84 Primary exertional headache 339.85 Primary stabbing headache 339.89 Other specified headache syndromes 784.0 Headache (Facial pain; Pain in head NOS).

EXTERNAL CAUSES OF INJURY: (The "E" Codes)

Motor Vehicle Traffic Accident Involving Collision With Other Vehicle E812.0 Motor Vehicle Collision w/ Another Vehicle (Injuring Driver) E812.1 Motor Vehicle Collision w/ Another Vehicle (Injuring Passenger) E812.7 Motor Vehicle Collision w/ Another Vehicle (Injuring Pedestrian) Please review the other vehicle accident codes at FlashCode Accidental Fall On or From Stairs or Steps E880.0 Accidental Fall On Or From Escalator E880.1 Accidental Fall On Or From Sidewalk Curb E880.9 Accidental Fall On Or From Other Stairs Or Steps Fall On Same Level From Slipping, Tripping, Or Stumbling E885.9 Fall From Other Slipping, Tripping, Or Stumbling Fall On Same Level From Collision, Pushing, Or Shoving, By or With Other Person E886.0 Fall On Same Level From Collision, Pushing, or Shoving, In Sports E886.9 Fall from collision of pedestrian with another pedestrian (conveyance) Other And Unspecified Accidental Fall E888.0 Fall Resulting In Striking Against Sharp Object E888.1 Fall Resulting In Striking Against Other Object E888.8 Other Fall E916 Struck Accidently by Falling Object Please review other falling object codes at FlashCode Striking Against Or Struck Accidentally By Objects Or Persons E917.0 Striking Against Or Struck Accidentally By Objects or Persons In Sports E917.7 Striking Against Or Struck Accidentally by Furniture with Subsequent Fall E917.8 Striking Against Or Struck Accidentally (Fall in Bathtub) Overexertion And Strenuous And Repetitive Movements Or Loads E927.0 Overexertion From Sudden Strenuous Movement.

What is the correct coding for SI joint injection?

Proper coding is 20553, 76942.

Why do you inject SI joints?

Why Inject the SI? SI joint dysfunction generally refers to pain caused by abnormal motion (too much or too little) in the SI joint, which in turn results in inflammation of the joint (sacroiliitis). The purpose of a SI joint injection is two-fold:

What is SI injection?

Diagnostic: SI joint injection is used to confirm a suspected diagnosis of sacroiliac joint dysfunction. A local anesthetic (usually lidocaine or bupivacaine) typically is injected into the joint, with the goal of determining immediate pain relief to confirm the SI joint as the pain’s source.

What is SI block?

Sacroiliac (SI) joint injection, or SI joint block, is used primarily either to diagnose or to treat low-back pain, and/or sciatica associated with SI joint dysfunction. Coding for this procedure is relatively straightforward, if you consider imaging and/or the proper use of modifier 50 Bilateral procedure.

Where is SI injection performed?

SI injection is a minor procedure, usually performed in an operating or dedicated procedure room. After informed consent has been obtained, the patient lies face down on his or her stomach on the radiography table. A pillow might be placed under the hips for patient comfort.

Can you bill SI joint injection separately?

In this case, you cannot bill the SI joint injection separately .

Is 27096 a unilateral procedure?

Do not report the guidance separately: It’s included in 27096. If an arthrogram is performed along with the injection, the arthrogram is not separately reportable. Note that 27096 is a unilateral procedure. For bilateral injection, you may append modifier 50.

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