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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Neck Muscle Spasm

ICD-10 Coding for Neck Muscle Spasm

M62.831
M54.2

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

Also Known as:
Cervical Muscle Spasm
Neck Cramp
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Neck Muscle Spasm

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Neck Muscle Spasm

Use ICD-10 code M62.831 for muscle spasm of neck, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Muscle spasm of neck

Billable Code
M62.831
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of muscle spasm confirmed by physical examination.
documentation:
  • • Detailed documentation of muscle spasm characteristics.

Applicable To

  • • Cervical muscle spasm

Important Notes

  • • Ensure muscle spasm is specifically documented to use this code.

Cervicalgia

Billable Code
M54.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Reported neck pain without evidence of muscle spasm.

Applicable To

  • • Neck pain

Important Notes

  • • Do not use if muscle spasm is documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M54.2

Cervicalgia

Use alongside M62.831 when neck pain is present.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for neck muscle spasm?

The ICD-10 code for neck muscle spasm is M62.831. It is used when there is documented involuntary contraction of neck muscles.

How do you document neck muscle spasm?

Document neck muscle spasm by noting specific muscle groups affected, duration, and objective findings like ROM and EMG results.

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