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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Trapezius Strain

ICD-10 Coding for Trapezius Strain

S46.819A
S29.012A

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

Also Known as:
Trapezius Muscle Strain
Upper Back Strain
Shoulder Girdle Strain
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Trapezius Strain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Trapezius Strain

Use ICD-10 code S46.819A for strain of other muscles, fascia and tendons at shoulder/upper arm, unspecified arm, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Strain of other muscles, fascia and tendons at shoulder/upper arm, unspecified arm, initial encounter

Billable Code
S46.819A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Pain localized to upper trapezius near acromioclavicular joint
  • • Limited shoulder elevation

Applicable To

  • • Upper trapezius strain near shoulder

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented if known; otherwise, use unspecified code.

Strain of muscle/tendon of back wall of thorax, initial encounter

Billable Code
S29.012A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Pain with thoracic spine movement
  • • Ultrasound showing partial tear

Applicable To

  • • Mid/lower trapezius strain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the thoracic region involvement.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M79.1

Myalgia

Use for chronic or recurrent pain without acute injury.

S13.4

Whiplash injury

Use if the strain is associated with trauma involving cervical movement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for trapezius strain?

The ICD-10 code for trapezius strain depends on the location: S46.819A for upper trapezius near the shoulder, and S29.012A for mid/lower trapezius in the thoracic region.

How do you code a left trapezius strain?

For a left trapezius strain, use S46.812A if it's near the shoulder, or S29.012A for strains in the thoracic region.

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