M12.079 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Chronic postrheumatic arthropathy [Jaccoud], unspecified ankle and foot for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Short description for M12.079 ICD 10 code:

Chronic postrheumatic arthropathy, unsp ankle and foot

Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to M12.079 ICD10 Code:

Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

M12.079 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting

Clinical information about M12.079 ICD 10 code

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a form of arthritis that causes pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of function in your joints. It can affect any joint but is common in the wrist and fingers.

More women than men get rheumatoid arthritis. It often starts in middle age and is most common in older people. You might have the disease for only a short time, or symptoms might come and go. The severe form can last a lifetime.

Rheumatoid arthritis is different from osteoarthritis, the common arthritis that often comes with older age. RA can affect body parts besides joints, such as your eyes, mouth and lungs. RA is an autoimmune disease, which means the arthritis results from your immune system attacking your body's own tissues.

No one knows what causes rheumatoid arthritis. Genes, environment, and hormones might contribute. Treatments include medicine, lifestyle changes, and surgery. These can slow or stop joint damage and reduce pain and swelling.

NIH: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

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