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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Cervical Muscle Spasm

ICD-10 Coding for Cervical Muscle Spasm

M62.831

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

Also Known as:
Neck Muscle Spasm
Cervical Spasm
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Cervical Muscle Spasm

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Cervical Muscle Spasm

Use ICD-10 code M62.831 for muscle spasm of neck, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Muscle spasm of neck

Billable Code
M62.831
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of palpable spasm and restricted neck movement
coding:
  • • Do not use for generalized muscle cramps
documentation:
  • • Document specific muscles involved and laterality

Applicable To

  • • Cervical muscle spasm

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the exact location and severity of the spasm.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M54.12

Cervical radiculopathy

Use when radiculopathy is present alongside muscle spasm.

M50.10

Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy

Use when disc disorder is the underlying cause of the spasm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for cervical muscle spasm?

The ICD-10 code for cervical muscle spasm is M62.831, which specifically covers muscle spasms in the neck region.

How do you document cervical muscle spasm?

Document cervical muscle spasm by specifying the location, severity, duration, and any associated symptoms, ensuring to include physical exam findings.

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