Manipulation of Knee

The manipulation of a joint, such as the knee, may be carried out with or without general anesthesia. Whether or not anesthesia is used, the purpose for which the manipulation is done determines the code assignment. Examples are: Diagnostic manipulation of the knee, such as to determine range of motion, is coded 93.05, Range of motion testing. Manipulation for manual reduction of dislocated knee or patella is coded 79.76, Closed reduction of dislocation of knee. Manipulation for manual reduction of (displaced) meniscus (locked knee) is coded 79.76, Closed reduction of dislocation of knee. Manipulation described as...

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Article Overview

This article reviews how knee manipulation procedures are classified for coding purposes and places them in the context of related joint-manipulation categories. It is intended for coders and reimbursement professionals who need a high-level understanding of how the topic is organized across procedure coding references and when similar manipulative procedures are discussed.

Why This Topic Matters

Knee manipulation can be represented in different ways depending on the clinical purpose of the procedure, so accurate topic recognition is important for coding research and claim review. This article helps readers understand the scope of the subject and the related procedure categories discussed in the coding reference.

What You Will Learn

  • How knee manipulation is categorized in a procedure-coding reference
  • The broader set of related manipulative joint and soft-tissue procedure topics discussed alongside knee manipulation
  • How the article frames the relationship between purpose of treatment and procedural classification at a high level
  • Which related coding categories are associated with diagnostic, reduction, adhesion-release, deformity-correction, and soft-tissue manipulation topics

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Coding auditors
  • Reimbursement specialists
  • Clinical documentation improvement staff
  • Billing staff

Codes Discussed

  • ICD-9-CM: 93.05
  • ICD-9-CM: 79.76
  • ICD-9-CM: 93.26
  • ICD-9-CM: 93.29
  • ICD-9-CM: 93.27
  • ICD-9-CM: 93.28

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