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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Lower Leg Pain

ICD-10 Coding for Lower Leg Pain

M79.661
M79.662
M79.669

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

Also Known as:
Calf Pain
Shin Pain
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Lower Leg Pain

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

Use ICD-10 code M79.661 for pain in right lower leg, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Pain in right lower leg

Billable Code
M79.661
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Pain localized to right lower leg with no other identifiable cause

Applicable To

  • • Right calf pain
  • • Right shin pain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid unspecified coding.

Pain in left lower leg

Billable Code
M79.662
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Pain localized to the left lower leg without a specific underlying condition.

Applicable To

  • • Left calf pain
  • • Left shin pain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid unspecified coding.

Pain in unspecified lower leg

Billable Code
M79.669
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Generalized pain in lower leg without specific localization

Applicable To

  • • Unspecified calf pain
  • • Unspecified shin pain

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using unspecified codes when laterality can be determined.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

G89.21

Chronic pain due to trauma

Use when chronic pain management is the focus.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The ICD-10 codes for lower leg pain are M79.661 for right lower leg, M79.662 for left lower leg, and M79.669 for unspecified lower leg.

When should M79.662 be used?

Use M79.662 when the pain is localized to the left lower leg and no specific underlying condition is identified.

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