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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Biceps Tendinitis

ICD-10 Coding for Biceps Tendinitis

M75.21
M75.22
M75.20

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

Also Known as:
Bicipital Tendinitis
Long Head of Biceps Tendinitis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Biceps Tendinitis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Biceps Tendinitis

Use ICD-10 code M75.21 for bicipital tendinitis, right shoulder, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Bicipital tendinitis, right shoulder

Billable Code
M75.21
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of tenderness in the bicipital groove and positive clinical tests

Applicable To

  • • Right shoulder biceps tendinitis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid unspecified code usage.

Bicipital tendinitis, left shoulder

Billable Code
M75.22
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Left shoulder biceps tendinitis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid unspecified code usage.

Bicipital tendinitis, unspecified shoulder

Billable Code
M75.20
Billable

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using unspecified codes when laterality can be determined.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M75.1

Rotator cuff tear or rupture

Use when there is concurrent rotator cuff pathology.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for biceps tendinitis?

The ICD-10 code for biceps tendinitis is M75.21 for the right shoulder and M75.22 for the left shoulder.

How is biceps tendinitis diagnosed?

Biceps tendinitis is diagnosed through clinical examination, including tests like Speed’s and Yergason’s, and confirmed with imaging such as MRI.

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