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ICD-10 Coding for Avascular Necrosis of the Left Hip(M87.852, M25.551, M87.0)

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Learn about the ICD-10 coding for avascular necrosis of the left hip, including primary codes, documentation requirements, and common coding pitfalls.

Also known as:
Osteonecrosis of the Left HipAVN Left Hip
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Avascular Necrosis of the Left Hip

M00-M99Primary Range

Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

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Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Other osteonecrosis, left femur
M87.852Billable
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Osteonecrosis due to drugs, left femurM87.151

Use when AVN is linked to corticosteroids or other medications.

Post-traumatic osteonecrosis, left femurM87.051

Use for AVN following hip fracture or dislocation.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Avascular Necrosis of the Left Hip.

Omitting the cause of AVN

Impact

Clinical: Leads to incomplete diagnosis and treatment planning., Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Potential for denied claims due to lack of specificity.

Mitigation

Always document the suspected or known cause of AVN.

Unspecified laterality

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding can lead to denied claims., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate data for clinical research and reporting.

Mitigation

Always specify left or right femur in documentation.

Incomplete Documentation

Impact

Missing laterality or stage can trigger audits.

Mitigation

Implement documentation checklists for AVN cases.

Frequently Asked Questions

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