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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Pain in Left Thigh

ICD-10 Coding for Pain in Left Thigh

M79.652
M54.5

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

Also Known as:
Left Thigh Pain
Thigh Pain Left Side
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Pain in Left Thigh

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Pain in Left Thigh

Use ICD-10 code M79.652 for pain in left thigh, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Pain in left thigh

Billable Code
M79.652
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Pain localized to the left thigh without known cause
coding:
  • • No other specific condition identified

Applicable To

  • • Localized pain in the left thigh

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the left thigh and rules out other causes.

Low back pain

Non-Billable
M54.5
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Pain originating from the lower back

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports the back as the primary pain source.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

G89.29

Other chronic pain

Use for chronic pain lasting more than 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for pain in the left thigh?

The ICD-10 code for pain in the left thigh is M79.652. It is used when the pain is localized to the left thigh without a known underlying cause.

When should M79.652 be used?

Use M79.652 when the pain is isolated to the left thigh and no specific underlying condition is identified.

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