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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Muscle Strength Exacerbation

ICD-10 Coding for Muscle Strength Exacerbation

G35
M62.81

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

Also Known as:
Muscle Weakness in MSMS Exacerbation with Weakness
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Muscle Strength Exacerbation

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Muscle Strength Exacerbation

Use ICD-10 code G35 for multiple sclerosis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Multiple sclerosis

Billable Code
G35
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of new or worsening MS symptoms
documentation:
  • • MRI evidence of new lesions

Applicable To

  • • MS exacerbation

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports the use of G35 as the primary code.

Muscle weakness (generalized)

Billable Code
M62.81
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Muscle strength grading on a 0-5 scale
  • • Functional impact assessment

Applicable To

  • • Generalized muscle weakness

Important Notes

  • • Document specific muscle groups and strength levels.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M62.81

Muscle weakness (generalized)

Use to specify muscle weakness associated with MS exacerbation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for MS exacerbation with muscle weakness?

The ICD-10 code for MS exacerbation with muscle weakness is G35, with M62.81 used as an ancillary code to specify muscle weakness.

How should muscle weakness be documented in MS exacerbation?

Document muscle weakness using a 0-5 strength grading scale, noting specific muscle groups affected and functional impact.

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