ICD Code M75.21

ICD code M75.21 is bicipital tendinitis of the right shoulder, which refers to inflammation of the tendon around the biceps muscle in the right shoulder.

1. Patient presents with localized pain in the right shoulder, particularly in the anterior region.

2. Pain is aggravated by overhead activities or lifting.

3. Tenderness is noted over the bicipital groove upon physical examination.

4. Positive Speed’s or Yergason’s test indicating biceps tendon involvement.

5. Swelling or crepitus may be present in the bicipital groove.

6. Imaging studies (e.g., ultrasound or MRI) reveal inflammation or thickening of the biceps tendon.

7. Exclusion of other causes of shoulder pain such as rotator cuff tear, adhesive capsulitis, or glenohumeral arthritis.

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code M75.21 include:

- 20550 (Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis)

- 20610 (Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection; major joint or bursa)

- 97035 (Ultrasound therapy)

- 97110 (Therapeutic exercises)

- 97140 (Manual therapy techniques)

- 99213 (Office or other outpatient visit, established patient, typically 15 minutes)

- 23410 (Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff, open; acute)

- 23412 (Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff, open; chronic)

- 29826 (Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty)

These CPT codes should be selected based on the specific treatment rendered for M75.21.

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