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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Atypical Facial Pain

ICD-10 Coding for Atypical Facial Pain

G50.1

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

Also Known as:
Persistent Idiopathic Facial Pain
Facial Pain of Unknown Origin
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Atypical Facial Pain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Atypical Facial Pain

Use ICD-10 code G50.1 for atypical facial pain, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Atypical facial pain

Billable Code
G50.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Pain persists for over 6 months with no identifiable cause.
documentation:
  • • Imaging studies are normal and other conditions are ruled out.

Applicable To

  • • Persistent idiopathic facial pain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation explicitly rules out other causes and specifies the idiopathic nature of the pain.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

G89.29

Other chronic pain

Use when the encounter is primarily for pain management.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for atypical facial pain?

The ICD-10 code for atypical facial pain is G50.1, used when the condition is confirmed after excluding other causes.

How is atypical facial pain documented?

Document atypical facial pain by noting persistent pain over 6 months, normal imaging, and exclusion of other causes like dental issues.

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