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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Difficulty Walking

ICD-10 Coding for Difficulty Walking

R26.2
R26.81

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

Also Known as:
Gait Abnormality
Walking Difficulty
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Difficulty Walking

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Difficulty Walking

Use ICD-10 code R26.2 for difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

Billable Code
R26.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Patient demonstrates difficulty walking with no specific neurological or musculoskeletal diagnosis.

Applicable To

  • • Functional walking difficulty

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the nature of the walking difficulty and any contributing factors.

Unsteadiness on feet

Billable Code
R26.81
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when unsteadiness is the primary issue, not general walking difficulty.

Applicable To

  • • Balance deficit

Important Notes

  • • Document specific balance tests and results.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M62.81

Muscle weakness (generalized)

Use when muscle weakness is a contributing factor to walking difficulty.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for difficulty walking?

The ICD-10 code for difficulty walking is R26.2, used for patients with general walking difficulties not classified elsewhere.

Can R26.2 and R26.81 be used together?

No, R26.2 (difficulty walking) and R26.81 (unsteadiness) cannot be used together due to Excludes1 notes.

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