Osteoarthritis: Difference between revisions

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 == Additional Info ==
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+Osteoarthritis (OA) is a type of joint disease that results from breakdown of joint cartilage and underlying bone. The most common symptoms are joint pain and stiffness.
+Osteoarthritis of the spine is a breakdown of the cartilage of the joints and discs in the neck and lower back. Sometimes, osteoarthritis produces spurs that put pressure on the nerves leaving the spinal column. This can cause weakness and pain in the arms or legs.Sep 9, 2017
+== Alternate ICD10s to consider coding instead or in addition ==
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 == Candidate [[Combined ICD10 codes]] ==
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+*[[Joint NOS, ankylosis]]
+== Related CCI Codes ==
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