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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Spinal Cord Stimulator

ICD-10 Coding for Spinal Cord Stimulator

G89.29
G90.521
M96.1

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

Also Known as:
SCS
Neurostimulator Implant
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Spinal Cord Stimulator

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Spinal Cord Stimulator

Use ICD-10 code G89.29 for other chronic pain, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other chronic pain

Billable Code
G89.29
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Chronic pain unresponsive to conservative treatment

Applicable To

  • • Chronic pain syndrome

Important Notes

  • • Ensure G89.29 is sequenced first when the primary reason for the encounter is pain management.

CRPS I of right lower limb

Billable Code
G90.521
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Temperature asymmetry and allodynia in the affected limb

Applicable To

  • • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy of right lower limb

Important Notes

  • • Ensure proper documentation of CRPS diagnostic criteria.

Postlaminectomy syndrome, not elsewhere classified

Billable Code
M96.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • History of spine surgery with persistent pain

Applicable To

  • • Failed back surgery syndrome

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation of surgical history and ongoing pain.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

95971

Electronic analysis of neurostimulator, simple

Use for programming and analysis of the neurostimulator device.

M79.671

Pain in right foot

Use to specify the site of pain in conjunction with CRPS codes.

E11.42

Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

Use when diabetic neuropathy is a contributing factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for spinal cord stimulator implantation?

The ICD-10 code for spinal cord stimulator implantation primarily involves G89.29 for chronic pain management. Additional codes like M96.1 or G90.521 may be used based on underlying conditions.

How do you document a successful spinal cord stimulator trial?

Document a successful spinal cord stimulator trial by noting a ≥50% pain reduction, trial dates, and psychological evaluation clearance.

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