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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Physical Deconditioning

ICD-10 Coding for Physical Deconditioning

R53.81
Z74.81

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

Also Known as:
Deconditioning
Generalized Weakness
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Physical Deconditioning

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Physical Deconditioning

Use ICD-10 code R53.81 for other malaise, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other malaise

Billable Code
R53.81
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Documented generalized weakness impacting ADLs.
documentation:
  • • Include specific metrics from functional tests.

Applicable To

  • • Generalized weakness

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes specific functional deficits.

Sedentary lifestyle

Non-Billable
Z74.81
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Sedentary >8hrs/day documented x 30 days

Applicable To

  • • Lack of physical exercise

Important Notes

  • • Document duration and impact of sedentary behavior.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z74.81

Sedentary lifestyle

Use when sedentary lifestyle contributes to deconditioning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for physical deconditioning?

The ICD-10 code for physical deconditioning is R53.81, which is used when deconditioning is the primary focus of care.

How do you document physical deconditioning?

Document physical deconditioning by including specific functional deficits, such as strength grades and results from functional tests like the 6-minute walk test.

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