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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Neck Spasm

ICD-10 Coding for Neck Spasm

M62.838

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

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

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

Use ICD-10 code M62.838 for other muscle spasm, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other muscle spasm

Billable Code
M62.838
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of palpable muscle spasm and restricted ROM
coding:
  • • Absence of trauma or radiculopathy
documentation:
  • • Detailed description of muscle involvement and functional impact

Applicable To

  • • Neck muscle spasm

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies muscle spasm as the primary issue, with detailed physical exam findings.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M54.12

Cervical radiculopathy

Use if spasms accompany radiating pain or nerve compression.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for neck spasm?

The ICD-10 code for neck spasm is M62.838, which covers other muscle spasms, specifically in the neck region.

How do you document a neck spasm?

Document the specific muscle involved, severity, duration, and any associated symptoms or functional limitations to support the use of M62.838.

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