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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Lower Limb Extremity Pain

ICD-10 Coding for Lower Limb Extremity Pain

M79.605
M54.16

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for lower limb extremity pain includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
LLE Pain
Leg Pain
Lower Extremity Pain
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Lower Limb Extremity Pain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Lower Limb Extremity Pain

Use ICD-10 code M79.605 for pain in left leg, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Pain in left leg

Billable Code
M79.605
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Pain localized to left leg without known etiology
documentation:
  • • Document laterality and pain characteristics

Applicable To

  • • Localized pain in left leg

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies left leg to avoid unspecified coding.

Radiculopathy, lumbar region

Billable Code
M54.16
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Imaging confirmation of nerve root compression
  • • Documentation of pain radiating to leg

Applicable To

  • • Lumbar radiculopathy with leg pain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging supports diagnosis of radiculopathy.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

G89.29

Other chronic pain

Use for chronic pain syndrome when pain persists beyond 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for left leg pain?

The ICD-10 code for left leg pain is M79.605. It is used when the pain is localized to the left leg without a specific underlying condition.

How do you document lower limb extremity pain?

Document lower limb extremity pain by specifying the location, intensity, and characteristics of the pain, including laterality and any aggravating factors.

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