AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2016 Issue 4; Ask the Editor
Bilateral Primary Osteoarthritis of Hip
A patient presents with bilateral osteoarthritis of the hips. The index entry directs to code M16.0, which is primary osteoarthritis. Should a code for bilateral primary osteoarthritis be assigned? ...
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Article Overview
This short coding article addresses bilateral osteoarthritis of the hips in the context of ICD-10-CM indexing and primary versus secondary osteoarthritis. It is relevant to coders, CDI staff, and other healthcare professionals who need to understand how the topic is presented in official coding terminology and related clinical background.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding how bilateral hip osteoarthritis is framed in coding resources helps support accurate code selection and better alignment between documentation and the index entry being referenced.
What You Will Learn
- How bilateral hip osteoarthritis is discussed in an ICD-10-CM coding context
- The general distinction between primary and secondary osteoarthritis
- Why the article highlights broad clinical background for this condition
- How the topic is framed for coding reference and documentation support
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Clinical documentation improvement specialists
- Healthcare billing staff
- Orthopedic practice staff
Codes Discussed
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