ICD Code M79.669

ICD code M79.669 is pain in an unspecified lower leg.

1. Patient presents with pain localized to the lower leg.

2. Pain is not attributable to a specific, identifiable cause such as fracture, infection, or vascular disorder.

3. Pain is not associated with a more specific anatomical site (e.g., knee, ankle, foot).

4. Physical examination and diagnostic testing do not reveal a definitive etiology.

5. Pain is persistent or recurrent, impacting daily activities or mobility.

6. No evidence of systemic disease or referred pain from another region.

7. Documentation lacks sufficient detail to assign a more specific diagnosis code for lower leg pain.

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code M79.669 include:

- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection; intermediate joint or bursa (e.g., ankle, wrist, elbow)

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

- 97010: Application of a modality to 1 or more areas; hot or cold packs

- 97014: Application of a modality to 1 or more areas; electrical stimulation (unattended)

- 97110: Therapeutic exercises to develop strength and endurance, range of motion and flexibility

- 97140: Manual therapy techniques (e.g., mobilization/manipulation, manual lymphatic drainage, manual traction)

- 99202–99215: Evaluation and management services (new or established patient office visits)

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