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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Right Wrist Pain

ICD-10 Coding for Right Wrist Pain

M25.531
S63.501A
M54.51

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

Also Known as:
Wrist Pain
Pain in Right Wrist
Right Wrist Discomfort
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Right Wrist Pain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Right Wrist Pain

Use ICD-10 code M25.531 for pain in right wrist, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Pain in right wrist

Billable Code
M25.531
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Pain localized to the wrist without trauma

Applicable To

  • • Idiopathic wrist pain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the absence of trauma.

Unspecified sprain of right wrist, initial encounter

Billable Code
S63.501A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Mechanism of injury
  • • Swelling or ecchymosis

Applicable To

  • • Acute wrist sprain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure correct 7th character for encounter type.

Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

Billable Code
M54.51
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Positive Tinel's or Phalen's test
  • • EMG confirmation

Applicable To

  • • Nerve compression at wrist

Important Notes

  • • Document EMG results to support diagnosis.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for right wrist pain?

The ICD-10 code for right wrist pain is M25.531, used for idiopathic pain not associated with trauma.

When should S63.501A be used instead of M25.531?

S63.501A should be used for acute wrist sprains with a clear mechanism of injury, while M25.531 is for idiopathic pain.

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