Kaschin-Beck disease, multiple sites

This code identifies Kaschin-Beck disease, a chronic and debilitating osteochondropathy primarily affecting the joints and growth plates. It results in widespread cartilage degeneration and bone deformities, particularly in the hands, feet, and large joints. The "multiple sites" designation indicates involvement across various anatomical locations.

Use this code when documentation clearly states a diagnosis of Kaschin-Beck disease with evidence of involvement in more than one joint or skeletal area. Supporting documentation would include physician notes detailing the diagnosis, radiographic findings showing characteristic joint and bone changes, and clinical assessments confirming widespread disease manifestation.

• Ensure documentation specifies "multiple sites" or provides details of involvement in several joints to support this specific code.
• Do not confuse with other osteochondropathies unless Kaschin-Beck disease is explicitly diagnosed.
• Consider sequencing this code as a primary diagnosis if it is the main reason for the encounter.