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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Hand Weakness

ICD-10 Coding for Hand Weakness

M62.81
G56.0

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

Also Known as:
Weakness of Hand
Hand Muscle Weakness
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Hand Weakness

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

Use ICD-10 code M62.81 for muscle weakness (generalized), ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Muscle weakness (generalized)

Billable Code
M62.81
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Weakness is generalized with no neurological cause.

Applicable To

  • • Generalized muscle weakness

Important Notes

  • • Ensure to document muscle strength grades and specific deficits.

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Non-Billable
G56.0
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Positive Tinel’s/Phalen’s test
  • • Abnormal nerve conduction studies

Applicable To

  • • Median nerve compression

Important Notes

  • • Document specific tests confirming carpal tunnel syndrome.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R53.1

Weakness

Use when generalized fatigue is present without focal deficit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for hand weakness?

The ICD-10 code for generalized hand weakness is M62.81. If the weakness is due to carpal tunnel syndrome, use G56.0.

How do you document hand weakness?

Document hand weakness by specifying muscle strength grades, affected muscles, and any neurological findings. Include test results like EMG or nerve conduction studies.

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