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ICD-10 Coding for Left Shoulder Mild Degenerative Joint Disease(M19.012, M19.019, M19.032)

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Learn about the ICD-10 coding and documentation requirements for left shoulder mild degenerative joint disease, including primary osteoarthritis coding guidelines.

Also known as:
Left Shoulder OsteoarthritisLeft Shoulder DJD
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Left Shoulder Mild Degenerative Joint Disease

M00-M99Primary Range

Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

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Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
M19.012Billable
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumaticM75.12

Use when imaging shows rotator cuff tear rather than joint degeneration.

Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulderM75.02

Use when there is significant restriction of shoulder movement without osteoarthritic changes.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Left Shoulder Mild Degenerative Joint Disease.

Documenting 'shoulder arthritis' without specifying laterality

Impact

Clinical: Leads to incomplete clinical picture., Regulatory: Non-compliance with ICD-10 specificity requirements., Financial: Potential claim denials due to unspecified coding.

Mitigation

Always specify left or right shoulder in documentation., Use specific ICD-10 codes for laterality.

Using M19.019 for unspecified shoulder

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding can lead to denied claims., Compliance: Non-compliance with ICD-10 coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data affecting patient records.

Mitigation

Always specify laterality to use M19.012 for the left shoulder.

Laterality Specification

Impact

Failure to specify laterality can lead to audit flags.

Mitigation

Implement mandatory fields for laterality in EHR systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

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