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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome

ICD-10 Coding for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome

G90.51
G90.52

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

Also Known as:
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type I
RSD
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome

Use ICD-10 code G90.51 for complex regional pain syndrome i of upper limb, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Complex regional pain syndrome I of upper limb

Non-Billable
G90.51
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of burning pain and skin changes in the upper limb

Applicable To

  • • CRPS I of right or left upper limb

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies laterality and includes objective findings.

Complex regional pain syndrome I of lower limb

Non-Billable
G90.52
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Documentation of edema, skin temperature asymmetry, and trophic changes in the lower limb

Applicable To

  • • CRPS I of right or left lower limb

Important Notes

  • • Document specific symptoms and laterality to avoid unspecified codes.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M89.0-

Osteoporosis

Use if osteoporosis is present with CRPS I.

R60.0

Localized edema

Use if edema is documented with CRPS I.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome?

The ICD-10 code for reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome, now known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type I, is G90.5-. Specific codes include G90.51 for the upper limb and G90.52 for the lower limb.

How do you document CRPS I for coding?

Document CRPS I by specifying the affected limb, laterality, and symptoms such as burning pain, skin changes, and swelling. Include objective findings like temperature asymmetry.

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