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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Hand Swelling

ICD-10 Coding for Hand Swelling

R22.31
R22.32

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

Also Known as:
Swollen Hand
Hand Edema
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Hand Swelling

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Hand Swelling

Use ICD-10 code R22.31 for localized swelling, mass and lump, right upper limb, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Localized swelling, mass and lump, right upper limb

Billable Code
R22.31
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documentation of swelling location and laterality
  • • Measurement in centimeters
  • • Description of consistency (e.g., pitting)

Applicable To

  • • Swelling of right hand

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid unspecified codes.

Localized swelling, mass and lump, left upper limb

Billable Code
R22.32
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documentation of swelling location and laterality
  • • Measurement in centimeters
  • • Description of consistency (e.g., pitting)

Applicable To

  • • Swelling of left hand

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid unspecified codes.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M79.604

Pain in right hand

Use when pain accompanies swelling.

M79.605

Pain in left hand

Use when pain accompanies swelling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for hand swelling?

The ICD-10 code for hand swelling is R22.31 for the right hand and R22.32 for the left hand, depending on laterality.

How should hand swelling be documented?

Document hand swelling by specifying the location, laterality, size, and characteristics such as pitting or non-pitting.

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