ICD-10 Coding for Left Clavicle Pain(M25.51, M25.511, M25.512)
Explore ICD-10 coding for left clavicle pain, including traumatic and non-traumatic scenarios. Learn about documentation requirements and coding pitfalls.
Complete code families applicable to Left Clavicle Pain
Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection
| Code | Description | When to Use | Key Documentation |
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| S42.022A | Displaced fracture of shaft of left clavicle, initial encounter for closed fracture | Use for initial encounters of traumatic fractures of the left clavicle. |
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| M25.512 | Pain in left shoulder | Use for non-traumatic pain in the left clavicle region. |
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Clinical Decision Support
Always review the patient's clinical documentation thoroughly. When in doubt, choose the more specific code and ensure documentation supports it.
Key Information
Essential facts and insights aboutLeft Clavicle Pain
Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions
Documentation & Coding Risks
Avoid these common issues when documenting Left Clavicle Pain.
Failure to document the mechanism of injury for traumatic cases
Impact
Clinical: Inadequate treatment planning, Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards, Financial: Potential claim denials
Mitigation
Always document how the injury occurred, Include details in the initial assessment
Coding left clavicle pain as right shoulder pain (M25.511)
Impact
Reimbursement: Incorrect coding may lead to claim denials., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding standards., Data Quality: Inaccurate patient records and data analysis.
Mitigation
Verify laterality in clinical documentation and imaging.
Incorrect laterality coding
Impact
Coding the wrong side of the body can lead to audit issues.
Mitigation
Double-check documentation and imaging for correct laterality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Primary Code
Displaced fracture of shaft of left clavicle, initial encounter for closed fracture