ICD-10-CM · M17.12
ICD-10 M17.12: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Left knee primary OA.
Code
M17.12
Category
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system (M00-M99)
Clinical context
Left knee primary OA.
Documentation requirements
- X-ray showing OA changes
- Conservative management trial
- Functional impairment
Common related procedures
- 73560 knee X-ray
- 20610 knee injection
- 27447 TKA
Common payer denial patterns
- Same as M17.11
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 M17.12 mean?
Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
When is this code documented?
Left knee primary OA.
What documentation supports this code?
X-ray showing OA changes; Conservative management trial; Functional impairment.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
Same as M17.11.
Related diagnoses
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