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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for TMJ Pain

ICD-10 Coding for TMJ Pain

M26.60
M26.62
M26.63

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

Also Known as:
Temporomandibular Joint Pain
Jaw Pain
TMJ Disorder
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for TMJ Pain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for TMJ Pain

Use ICD-10 code M26.60 for unspecified tmj disorder, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified TMJ disorder

Non-Billable
M26.60
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • No specific TMJ disorder identified

Applicable To

  • • General TMJ disorder

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports the use of an unspecified code.

TMJ arthralgia

Non-Billable
M26.62
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • Pain on TMJ palpation

Applicable To

  • • Pain in the TMJ area

Important Notes

  • • Ensure pain is documented with specific findings.

Disc displacement with reduction

Non-Billable
M26.63
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • Imaging confirmation of disc displacement

Applicable To

  • • TMJ disc displacement

Important Notes

  • • Document imaging findings clearly.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

G89.11

Acute pain due to trauma

Use when pain management is the primary reason for the encounter.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for TMJ pain?

The ICD-10 code for TMJ pain is M26.62, which specifies TMJ arthralgia. Ensure documentation includes pain on palpation and limited mandibular movement.

How do you document TMJ pain for ICD-10 coding?

Document TMJ pain by noting specific findings such as pain on palpation, limited movement, and imaging results to support codes like M26.62.

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