ICD-9-CM Procedure 81 Repair and plastic operations on joint structures 81 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.0 Spinal fusion Operative immobilization or ankylosis of two or more vertebrae by fusion of the vertebral bodies with a short bone graft or often with diskectomy or laminectomy. (From Blauvelt & Nelson, A Manual of Orthopaedic Terminology, 5th ed, p236; Dorland, 28th ed) 81.0 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.00 Spinal fusion, not otherwise specified Operative immobilization or ankylosis of two or more vertebrae by fusion of the vertebral bodies with a short bone graft or often with diskectomy or laminectomy. (From Blauvelt & Nelson, A Manual of Orthopaedic Terminology, 5th ed, p236; Dorland, 28th ed) 81.00 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.00 contains 7 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.01 Atlas-axis spinal fusion 81.01 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.01 contains 4 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.02 Other cervical fusion, anterior technique 81.02 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.02 contains 2 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.03 Other cervical fusion, posterior technique 81.03 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.03 contains 1 index entry ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.04 Drsal and dorsolumbar fusion, anterior technique 81.04 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.04 contains 1 index entry ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.05 Dorsal and dorsolumbar fusion, posterior technique 81.05 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.05 contains 3 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.06 Lumbar and lumbosacral fusion, anterior technique 81.06 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.06 contains 4 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.07 Lumbar and lumbosacral fusion, lateral transverse process technique 81.07 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.07 contains 2 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.08 Lumbar and lumbosacral fusion, posterior technique 81.08 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.08 contains 11 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.1 Arthrodesis and arthroereisis of foot and ankle 81.1 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.11 Ankle fusion 81.11 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.11 contains 12 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.12 Triple arthrodesis 81.12 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.12 contains 8 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.13 Subtalar fusion 81.13 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.13 contains 4 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.14 Midtarsal fusion 81.14 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.14 contains 8 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.15 Tarsometatarsal fusion 81.15 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.15 contains 2 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.16 Metatarsophalangeal fusion 81.16 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.16 contains 3 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.17 Other fusion of foot 81.17 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.17 contains 3 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.18 Subtalar joint arthroereisis 81.18 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.18 contains 1 index entry ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.2 Arthrodesis of other joint 81.2 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.20 Arthrodesis of unspecified joint The surgical fixation of a joint by a procedure designed to accomplish fusion of the joint surfaces by promoting the proliferation of bone cells. (Dorland, 28th ed) 81.20 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.20 contains 2 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.21 Arthrodesis of hip 81.21 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.21 contains 12 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.22 Arthrodesis of knee 81.22 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.22 contains 7 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.23 Arthrodesis of shoulder 81.23 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.23 contains 5 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.24 Arthrodesis of elbow 81.24 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.24 contains 1 index entry ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.25 Carporadial fusion 81.25 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.25 contains 5 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.26 Metacarpocarpal fusion 81.26 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.26 contains 4 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.27 Metacarpophalangeal fusion 81.27 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.27 contains 1 index entry ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.28 Interphalangeal fusion 81.28 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.28 contains 3 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.29 Arthrodesis of other specified joints 81.29 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.29 contains 1 index entry ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.3 Refusion of spine 81.3 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.30 Refusion of spine, not otherwise specified 81.30 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.30 contains 1 index entry ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.31 Refusion of atlas-axis spine 81.31 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.31 contains 8 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.32 Refusion of other cervical spine, anterior technique 81.32 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.32 contains 4 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.33 Refusion of other cervical spine, posterior technique 81.33 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.33 contains 2 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.34 Refusion of dorsal and dorsolumbar spine, anterior technique 81.34 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.34 contains 2 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.35 Refusion of dorsal and dorsolumbar spine, posterior technique 81.35 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.35 contains 4 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.36 Refusion of lumbar and lumbosacral spine, anterior technique 81.36 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.36 contains 3 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.37 Refusion of lumbar and lumbosacral spine, lateral transverse process technique 81.37 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.37 contains 2 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.38 Refusion of lumbar and lumbosacral spine, posterior technique 81.38 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.38 contains 8 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.39 Refusion of spine, not elsewhere classified 81.39 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.39 contains 1 index entry ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.4 Other repair of joint of lower extremity 81.4 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.40 Repair of hip, not elsewhere classified 81.40 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.40 contains 16 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.42 Five-in-one repair of knee 81.42 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.42 contains 2 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.43 Triad knee repair 81.43 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.43 contains 3 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.44 Patellar stabilization 81.44 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.44 contains 11 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.45 Other repair of the cruciate ligaments 81.45 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.45 contains 6 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.46 Other repair of the collateral ligaments 81.46 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.46 contains 2 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.47 Other repair of knee 81.47 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.47 contains 8 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.49 Other repair of ankle 81.49 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.49 contains 3 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.5 Joint replacement of lower extremity 81.5 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.51 Ttal hip replacement 81.51 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.51 contains 8 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.52 Partial hip replacement 81.52 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.52 contains 30 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.53 Revision of hip replacement, not otherwise specified 81.53 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.53 contains 17 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.54 Total knee replacement Replacement of the knee joint. 81.54 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.54 contains 7 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.55 Revision of knee replacement, not otherwise specified 81.55 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.55 contains 11 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.56 Total ankle replacement 81.56 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.56 contains 5 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.57 Replacement of joint of foot and toe 81.57 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.57 contains 8 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.59 Revision of joint replacement of lower extremity, not elsewhere classified 81.59 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.59 contains 15 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.6 Other procedures on spine 81.6 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.61 360 degree spinal fusion, single incision approach 81.61 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.62 Fusion or refusion of 2-3 vertebrae 81.62 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.63 Fusion or refusion of 4-8 vertebrae 81.63 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.64 Fusion or refusion of 9 or more vertebrae 81.64 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.64 contains 2 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.65 Vertebroplasty 81.65 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.65 contains 4 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.66 Kyphoplasty 81.66 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.66 contains 4 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.7 Arthroplasty and repair of hand, fingers, and wrist 81.7 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.71 Arthroplasty of metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint with implant 81.71 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.71 contains 16 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.72 Arthroplasty of metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint without implant 81.72 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.72 contains 15 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.73 Total wrist replacement 81.73 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.73 contains 4 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.74 Arthroplasty of carpocarpal or carpometacarpal joint with implant 81.74 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.74 contains 12 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.75 Arthroplasty of carpocarpal or carpometacarpal joint without implant 81.75 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.75 contains 3 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.79 Other repair of hand, fingers, and wrist 81.79 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.8 Arthroplasty and repair of shoulder and elbow 81.8 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.80 Total shoulder replacement 81.80 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.80 contains 7 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.81 Partial shoulder replacement 81.81 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.81 contains 7 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.82 Repair of recurrent dislocation of shoulder 81.82 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.82 contains 15 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.83 Other repair of shoulder 81.83 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.83 contains 8 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.84 Total elbow replacement 81.84 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.84 contains 6 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.85 Other repair of elbow 81.85 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.85 contains 1 index entry ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.9 Other operations on joint structures 81.9 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.91 Arthrocentesis 81.91 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.91 contains 4 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.92 Injection of therapeutic substance into joint or ligament 81.92 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.92 contains 6 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.93 Suture of capsule or ligament of upper extremity 81.93 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.93 contains 3 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.94 Suture of capsule or ligament of ankle and foot 81.94 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.94 contains 6 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.95 Suture of capsule or ligament of other lower extremity 81.95 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.95 contains 4 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.96 Other repair of joint Surgical reconstruction of a joint to relieve pain or restore motion. 81.96 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.96 contains 13 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.97 Revision of joint replacement of upper extremity 81.97 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.97 contains 24 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.98 Other diagnostic procedures on joint structures 81.98 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.98 contains 2 index entries ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.99 Other 81.99 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure 81.99 contains 2 index entries