Question: What is the ICD-9 code for grade I anterolisthesis?
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Answer: Anterolisthesis is a form of spondylolisthesis. For acquired anterolisthesis, report 738.4 (Acquired spondylolisthesis). For congenital cases, look to 756.12 (Spondylolisthesis congenital).
The diagnosis: Spondylolisthesis is a spinal condition in which a vertebra slips forward or backward relative to the next vertebra. If the upper vertebral body slips forward on the one below, this is anterolisthesis (antero- means "before" or "front"). Grade I is a minor form of the condition. Typically, the diagnosis is confirmed by MRI.
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Answer: Anterolisthesis is a form of spondylolisthesis. For acquired anterolisthesis, report 738.4 (Acquired spondylolisthesis). For congenital cases, look to 756.12 (Spondylolisthesis congenital).
The diagnosis: Spondylolisthesis is a spinal condition in which a vertebra slips forward or backward relative to the next vertebra. If the upper vertebral body slips forward on the one below, this is anterolisthesis (antero- means "before" or "front"). Grade I is a minor form of the condition. Typically, the diagnosis is confirmed by MRI.
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