Methods 5-Midterm Flashcards
New Patient CPT Code: Problem focused, straightforward MDM, minimal severity, average 10 minute face-to-face visit
99201
Adjustment CPT Code: Spinal, 1-2 regions
98940
Adjustment CPT Codes: Spinal, 5 regions
98942
CPT adjustment codes: Spinal, 3-4 regions
98941
CPT Adjustment Codes: Extraspinal, 1 or more regions
98943
M99.00
Occiput
M99.01
Cervical
M99.02
Thoracic
M99.05
Pelvis
M99.06
Lower Extremity
M99.08
Rib
M99.07
Upper Extremity
M99.06
Lower Extremity
Radiculopathy involves _________ compression ; Myelopathy involves ________ compression
Nerve root; Spinal cord
Radiculopathy involves _______ stenosis; Myelopathy involves ______ stenosis
Foraminal (IVF) ; Spinal
Bone spur, osteoarthritis, growth, infection, ossification, trauma, inflammation, and degeneration are all causes of:
Radiculopathy
Cyst, hematoma, tumor, infection, autoimmune disorders, injury, inflammation and degeneration are all causes of:
Myelopathy
Symptoms of Radiculopathy
-Sharp Pain
-Numbness: Pins/Needles Paresthesia
-Loss of Reflexes
-Weakness in extremities
-Follow nerve root distribution
Symptoms of Myelopathy
-Pain
-Tingling, Numbness, weakness
-Difficulty with fine motor
-Increased reflexes
-Difficulty walking (hunched posture)
-Loss of bladder/bowel
-Issues w/ Balance
-Issues w/ Coordination
Peripheral Neuropathy
-Damage to the nerves located outside the brain and spinal cord
-Damage to the PNS, may overlap radiculopathy symptoms
-Ex. Carpal tunnel syndrome/Diabetics (neuropathy of feet/legs)
Regardless if its a lateral disc or central disc, the cervical nerve affected will be ______ the segment.
Above
Lumbar: _____ disc lesion is going to affect the segment below; (Ie. L5/S1=Affects S1). Whereas a _____ disc will affect the same segment.
Central; Lateral
Structure can cause chemical response with an extruded disc
Nucleus puposis
Stages of Disc Herniation
Stage 1: Disc bulging
Stage 2: Disc protrusion: Annular fibers push out but NP is contained; Can affect central spinal nerve
Stage 3: Disc extrusion: NP breaks through annulus
Stage 4: Disc sequestration: Pain can move side to side due to NP material being able to move (May be bilateral)
Disc Herniation Development Factors
-Genetic
-Changes in Hydrogen/Collagen
-Environment: Repetitive motions
Disc Herniation Risk Factors
-30-50yo
-Overweight*
-Improper lifting*
-Frequent driving
-Sedentary Lifestyle
Saddle anethesia is common in:
Cauda equina syndrome
Disc Injury is aggravated by _________ and relieved by _________
-Aggravated by sitting and bending
-Relieved with standing and recumbent positions
Sprain/strain injury is aggravated by __________ and relieved by _________
-aggravated with standing and twisting
-relieved by sitting
L1-2 Central Disc Radiculopathy (NR, Motor deficit, pain dist.)
-Nerve Root compressed: L2
-Motor deficit: Iliopsoas
-Pain distribution: Anterior medial thigh
L3-4 Central Disc Radiculopathy
-Nerve Root Compressed: L4
-Motor Deficit: Quadriceps/Tibialis anterior
-Reflex: Diminished/Absent Patellar Reflex
-Sensory Loss: Medial Ankle
-Pain Distribution: Post. Lat thigh, and anterior tibia
L4-5 Central Disc Radiculopathy
-Nerve Root Compressed: L5
-Motor Deficit: Extensor Hallucus longus
-Reflexes: Possibly medial hamstring
-Sensory loss: Greater toe
-Pain distribution: Dorsum of foot
L5-S1 Disc
-Nerve Root Compressed: S1
-Motor Deficit: Gastrocnemius and peroneus longus
-Reflex: Diminished/absent achilles
-Sensory loss: Lateral foot/heel
-Pain distribution: Lateral Foot
Orthopedic Tests w/ Disc Herniation
Straight leg raise, Femoral stretch test, slump test, Bechterew’s, Strength: Heel/Toe Walk
Nonorganic Physical Signs with disc herniation
-Malingering (“Faking”): Superficial tenderness, positive results for simulated tests, distraction tests, disturbances do not correlate, overreaction during the examination
Disc Herniation Treatment
-Active Care: Core stabilization, 30 mins/day (walking), McKenzie Exercises
-Home Care: Rest 24-48 hours from onset
Co-Management: Acupuncture, Massage, Steroid injection, PT, Surgical-Discectomy (Last resort)
-Passive Care: Mechanical traction, ultrasound, moist heat, cryotherapy