Asked by TellyTells Everything on Jun 03, 2024
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What is the correct code for patellofemoral disorder, right knee?
A) M22.2
B) M22.2X1
C) M22.2X2
D) M22.3X1
Patellofemoral Disorder
A condition related to the knee, where there is pain or discomfort around the patella (kneecap) and the femur, often due to misalignment or stress.
Right Knee
The knee joint found on the right leg, connecting the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bones (tibia and fibula).
- Identify the correct coding for specific musculoskeletal disorders and injuries.
Verified Answer
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Zybrea KnightJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
M22.2 is the correct code for patellofemoral disorder, but the X1 extension is needed to indicate that it is affecting the right knee. The X2 extension is used for the left knee. M22.3X1 is not correct because it is for chondromalacia patellae, a specific type of patellofemoral disorder.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the correct coding for specific musculoskeletal disorders and injuries.