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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Bilateral Foot Drop

ICD-10 Coding for Bilateral Foot Drop

M21.371
M21.372

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

Also Known as:
Bilateral Drop Foot
Bilateral Peroneal Nerve Palsy
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Bilateral Foot Drop

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Bilateral Foot Drop

Use ICD-10 code M21.371 for acquired foot deformity, right foot, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acquired foot deformity, right foot

Billable Code
M21.371
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of right foot dorsiflexion weakness

Applicable To

  • • Right foot drop

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies right foot involvement.

Acquired foot deformity, left foot

Billable Code
M21.372
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

    Applicable To

    • • Left foot drop

    Important Notes

    • • Ensure documentation specifies left foot involvement.
    Ancillary Codes

    Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

    M51.16

    Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Use when foot drop is secondary to lumbar radiculopathy.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do you code bilateral foot drop in ICD-10?

    For bilateral foot drop, use both M21.371 for the right foot and M21.372 for the left foot to ensure accurate coding.

    What is the ICD-10 code for bilateral foot drop?

    ICD-10 does not have a single code for bilateral foot drop; use M21.371 and M21.372 for right and left foot respectively.

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