Specific code 2011 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 719.08
Effusion of joint of other specified sites
  • Short description: Joint effusion-jt NEC.
  • ICD-9-CM 719.08 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 719.08 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
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Convert to ICD-10-CM: 719.08 converts directly to:
  • 2015/16 ICD-10-CM M25.48 Effusion, other site
Approximate Synonyms
  • Arthropathy of facet w effusion
  • Arthropathy of facet with effusion
  • Arthropathy of spinal facet joint with effusion
  • Bony swelling of lumbar spine
  • Bony swelling of the cervical spine
  • Bony swelling of the temporomandibular joint
  • Bony swelling of the thoracic spine
  • Cervical facet joint effusion
  • Effusion of interphalangeal joint of toe
  • Facet arthropathy with effusion
  • Lumbar facet joint effusion
  • Spinal effusion
  • Temporomandibular joint effusion
  • Thoracic facet joint effusion
ICD-9-CM Volume 2 Index entries containing back-references to 719.08:
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