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chondromalacia patellae

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Chondromalacia patellae (also known as CMP) is an inflammation of the underside of the patella and softening of the cartilage. The cartilage under the kneecap is a natural shock absorber, and overuse, injury, and many other factors can cause increased deterioration and breakdown of the cartilage. The cartilage is no longer smooth and therefore movement and use is very painful...
Related Codes (36)
Code
Description
Billable
Details
M22.4Chondromalacia patellae
M22.40Chondromalacia patellae, unspecified knee
M22.41Chondromalacia patellae, right knee
M22.42Chondromalacia patellae, left knee
M94.2Chondromalacia
Type 1 Excludes (1)
M94.20Chondromalacia, unspecified site
M94.21Chondromalacia, shoulder
M94.211Chondromalacia, right shoulder
M94.212Chondromalacia, left shoulder
M94.219Chondromalacia, unspecified shoulder

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