M25.4
Effusion of joint
Clinical Information
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A disorder characterized by excessive fluid in a joint, usually as a result of joint inflammation.
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Abnormally increased amount of fluid in a joint cavity, usually as a result of joint inflammation.
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Accumulation of watery fluid in the cavity of a joint. Dorland, 27th ed)
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Pathological transudate in the synovial cavity of joints.
Details
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M25.4 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM M25.4 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of M25.4 – other international versions of ICD-10 M25.4 may differ.