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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Myopathy

ICD-10 Coding for Myopathy

G71.2
G72.0

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

Also Known as:
Muscle Disease
Muscular Disorder
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Myopathy

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Myopathy

Use ICD-10 code G71.2 for congenital myopathy, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Congenital myopathy

Non-Billable
G71.2
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed genetic mutation associated with congenital myopathy

Applicable To

  • • Central core disease
  • • Nemaline myopathy

Important Notes

  • • Ensure genetic confirmation for accurate classification.

Drug-induced myopathy

Billable Code
G72.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • History of drug exposure
  • • Elevated CK levels
  • • EMG showing myopathic changes

Applicable To

  • • Statin-induced myopathy

Important Notes

  • • Document the specific drug and its relationship to the myopathy.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M62.81

Muscle weakness (generalized)

Use to document generalized muscle weakness associated with myopathy.

T45.1x5A

Adverse effect of statins

Use to specify the drug causing the myopathy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for drug-induced myopathy?

The ICD-10 code for drug-induced myopathy is G72.0. It requires documentation of drug exposure and clinical correlation.

How is congenital myopathy coded in ICD-10?

Congenital myopathy is coded as G71.2 in ICD-10, requiring genetic testing or biopsy confirmation.

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