ICD Code M62.461

ICD code M62461 is used to identify a medical condition known as the contracture of muscle in the right lower leg. This condition refers to the permanent tightening or shortening of the muscles in the specified area, which can lead to restricted movement and potential discomfort. It is important for healthcare providers to accurately document this condition using the ICD code to ensure proper treatment planning and billing processes.

When to use the ICD code for contracture of muscle, right lower leg:

1. Presence of Muscle Contracture
- Evidence of limited range of motion in the right lower leg due to muscle shortening.

2. Duration of Symptoms
- Symptoms have persisted for a significant period, typically longer than three months.

3. Functional Impairment
- Patient experiences difficulty in performing daily activities or tasks that require movement of the right lower leg.

4. Associated Pain
- Patient reports pain or discomfort in the affected area, which may be exacerbated by movement.

5. History of Injury or Trauma
- A documented history of injury, surgery, or trauma to the right lower leg that may have contributed to the development of the contracture.

6. Underlying Conditions
- Presence of underlying medical conditions that may predispose the patient to muscle contractures, such as neurological disorders or previous surgeries.

7. Physical Examination Findings
- Clinical examination reveals tightness or stiffness in the muscle groups of the right lower leg.

8. Imaging or Diagnostic Tests
- Results from imaging studies (e.g., MRI, ultrasound) or other diagnostic tests that confirm the presence of muscle contracture.

9. Response to Treatment
- Lack of improvement or resolution of symptoms despite conservative treatment measures, such as physical therapy or stretching exercises.

10. Referral to Specialist
- Referral to a specialist (e.g., orthopedic surgeon, physical therapist) for further evaluation and management of the condition.

For the ICD code M62.461, which refers to a contracture of muscle in the right lower leg, the relevant CPT codes that may be applicable for treatment include:

1. 20550 - Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (e.g., plantar "fascia").

2. 20551 - Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion.

3. 97110 - Therapeutic exercises to develop strength and endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (each 15 minutes).

4. 97140 - Manual therapy techniques (e.g., mobilization/manipulation, manual lymphatic drainage, manual traction), one or more regions, each 15 minutes.

5. 97750 - Physical performance test or measurement (e.g., musculoskeletal, functional capacity), with written report, each 15 minutes.

6. 29240 - Strapping; ankle and/or foot.

7. 29540 - Strapping; ankle and/or foot.

These CPT codes are examples of procedures and therapies that might be used to address the condition associated with ICD code M62.461. The selection of specific CPT codes would depend on the individual patient's treatment plan and the healthcare provider's clinical judgment.

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