WebbAt the PIPJ the joint is fully subluxed. The middle phananx is 90 degrees plantar grade. The DIPJ is bent the opposite way of a mallet toe. It too is 90 degrees leaving the distal aspect of the toe on the tranverse plain. Any suggestions for the surgical plan? Bruce Lebowitz, DPM Baltimore, MD Other messages in this thread: http://eatonhand.com/coding/cpt20p.htm

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Webbarthroplasty]), arthrodesis (i.e., excision of the metatarsal head along with part of the proximal phalanx, and fusion of the joint), and implant arthroplasty (i.e., partial or total joint replacement with an artificial implant). Arthrodesis has been considered the gold standard for the treatment of end-stage first MTP joint osteoarthritis. WebbIn order for volar plate arthroplasty to be used, at least 60% of the dorsal articular surface needs to be intact. Loss of more than 40% of the articular cartilage is a contraindication … bonkers activities

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WebbCPT 28126: Resection, partial or complete, phalangeal base, each toe. CPT 28153: Resection, condyle (s), distal end of phalanx, each toe. CPT 28160: Hemiphalangectomy … WebbSmall Joint Fusion (PIPJ or DIPJ) A small joint with a large name the PIP (Proximal Interphalangeal) joint is the first joint of the small toes. The reason for surgery is when this joint has a fixed curved (Claw Toe or … WebbFrom a statistical standpoint rheumatoid joint involvement with PIP arthroplasty had poorer results than degenerative or post-traumatic arthritis with respect to pain relief … god and marriage quotes