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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Acute on Chronic Back Pain

ICD-10 Coding for Acute on Chronic Back Pain

G89.21
M54.5

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for acute on chronic back pain includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Acute exacerbation of chronic back pain
Acute flare-up of chronic back pain
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Acute on Chronic Back Pain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Acute on Chronic Back Pain

Use ICD-10 code G89.21 for chronic pain due to trauma, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Chronic pain due to trauma

Billable Code
G89.21
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Chronic pain with documented traumatic origin

Applicable To

  • • Chronic pain following injury

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the traumatic origin of chronic pain.

Low back pain

Non-Billable
M54.5
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Lumbago

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies acute or chronic nature of pain.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M54.5

Use to specify the location of chronic pain.

Additional codes that should be used in conjunction with the main diagnosis codes when applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for acute on chronic back pain?

The ICD-10 code for acute on chronic back pain typically involves G89.21 for chronic pain due to trauma and M54.5 for low back pain.

How do you document acute on chronic back pain?

Document acute on chronic back pain by specifying the chronic baseline, acute exacerbation trigger, and any imaging findings.

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