I agree wholeheartedly. You could use a "pain in joint" code, again I can't
recall the specific number off hand, but I think it's in the 717 series.
Gait disturbance could also be related to a dysfunctional joint (low back ,
foot/ankle, hip, knee etc). I can check the codes and let you know Monday.
Jason
----- Original Message -----
From: "Summit Physical Therapy, Patrick Zerr" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Friday, April 30, 2004 11:03 PM
Subject: Re: Diabete's treatment
> Jason;
> Thanks for the info. Please do tell everyone at NGC&SU I said hello.
>
> What I'm really trying to do is treat the diabetic who needs exercise to
control their diabetes, become healthier, and lose weight. I am assuming
that perhaps many diabetics can't exercise due to increase weight, and pain
in their joints / back.
>
> What do you think?
>
> Patrick
>
> www.apluspt.com
> The easiest way to pass the NPTE
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Jason Steffe <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Apr 30, 2004 4:21 PM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Re: Diabete's treatment
>
> Patrick,
>
> I would try using a gait dysfunction code like 719.7 (difficulty walking)
or
> a gait disturbance (I believe it's a 717.add 4th and 5th) I'm not
positive
> on the latter one. I know Medicare has stopped paying for the 719.7, but
> other plans may still cover it. I can check on the gait disturbance for
you
> if you'd like for me to.
>
> BTW I'm going to NGCS&U next week to talk to their graduating class for
> Prof. Socialization. I'll tell Frank you said hello. I hope all is well
in
> Arizona.
>
> Jason
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Summit Physical Therapy, Patrick Zerr" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Friday, April 30, 2004 11:40 AM
> Subject: Diabete's treatment
>
>
> > Hello all;
> >
> > I am wondering if any of you are treating diabetes, type II,
specifically
> with physical therapy. If so what ICD 9 diagnostic codes are you using?
> >
> > I would think it is a viable to treat people to help get the metabolic
> rates higher through exercise and training them correctly. Also there may
> be diabetics who have painful joints / muscles / conditions that prevent
> them from exercising.
> >
> > I would like to hear your comments.
> >
> > Thank you!
> >
> > Patrick Zerr
> > www.apluspt.com
> > A+ PT Exam Prep Package
> > The easiest way to pass the NPTE.
> >
>
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