ICD Code M25.579

ICD code M25.579 is pain in an unspecified ankle and joints of an unspecified foot.

1. Patient presents with pain localized to the ankle and/or joints of the foot

2. Pain is not attributable to a specific, identified joint or location within the ankle or foot

3. No clear etiology or underlying condition has been determined after assessment

4. Pain is not associated with trauma, infection, or systemic disease that would warrant a more specific diagnosis

5. Clinical documentation does not specify laterality (right, left, or bilateral)

6. Symptoms may include tenderness, swelling, or limited range of motion in the ankle or foot joints without a definitive diagnosis

7. Use when further diagnostic workup is pending or when the pain remains non-specific after evaluation

Relevant CPT codes for ICD-10 code M25.579 include:

- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection; major joint or bursa (e.g., ankle)

- 73600: Radiologic examination, ankle; 2 views

- 73610: Radiologic examination, ankle; complete, minimum of 3 views

- 73620: Radiologic examination, foot; complete, minimum of 3 views

- 73630: Radiologic examination, foot; special views

- 76882: Ultrasound, limited, joint or other nonvascular extremity structure(s)

- 99202–99215: Evaluation and management (E/M) services, new or established patient (office or outpatient visit)

- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (e.g., plantar "fascia")

These CPT codes may be used in conjunction with ICD-10 code M25.579, depending on the clinical scenario and services rendered.

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