ICD Code R68.84

ICD code R68.84 is jaw pain.

1. Patient reports persistent or recurrent pain localized to the jaw area

2. Pain may be unilateral or bilateral

3. Discomfort may be aggravated by jaw movement, chewing, or speaking

4. Absence of clear dental etiology after clinical evaluation

5. No evidence of acute trauma or fracture to the jaw

6. Pain not attributable to temporomandibular joint disorder, infection, or neoplasm

7. Associated symptoms may include tenderness, swelling, or limited range of motion in the jaw

8. Duration of symptoms may be acute or chronic

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code R68.84 include:

- 99202–99215 (Evaluation and Management office visits)

- 21010 (Arthrocentesis, temporomandibular joint)

- 20605 (Arthrocentesis, intermediate joint or bursa)

- 21240 (Arthroplasty, temporomandibular joint)

- 70328 (Radiologic examination, temporomandibular joint, open and closed mouth)

- 70330 (Radiologic examination, temporomandibular joint, tomography)

- 72125 (CT scan, head or brain)

- 70553 (MRI, brain including temporomandibular joint)

- 96372 (Therapeutic injection, subcutaneous or intramuscular)

- 64640 (Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch)

CPT code selection should be based on the specific services rendered for ICD code R68.84.

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