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

ICD-10 Coding for Acute on Chronic Pain

G89.11
G89.21

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

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

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

Use ICD-10 code G89.11 for acute pain due to trauma, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acute pain due to trauma

Billable Code
G89.11
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Recent trauma documented

Applicable To

  • • Acute pain from injury

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the traumatic event and its timing.

Chronic pain due to trauma

Billable Code
G89.21
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Pain duration >3 months
  • • History of trauma

Applicable To

  • • Chronic post-traumatic pain

Important Notes

  • • Document the chronic nature and origin of the pain.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M54.5

Low back pain

Use for site-specific documentation of back pain.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The ICD-10 codes for acute on chronic pain include G89.11 for acute pain due to trauma and G89.21 for chronic pain due to trauma. Both codes should be used together when documenting acute on chronic pain.

How do you document acute on chronic pain?

Documentation should specify both acute and chronic components, the underlying cause if known, and the impact on daily activities. Use pain scales for assessment.

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