ICD-10-CM · M62.81
ICD-10 M62.81: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Muscle weakness.
Code
M62.81
Category
MSK (M00-M99)
Clinical context
Muscle weakness.
Documentation requirements
- Exam
Common related procedures
- Workup
Common payer denial patterns
- Cause
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 M62.81 mean?
Muscle weakness (generalized)
When is this code documented?
Muscle weakness.
What documentation supports this code?
Exam.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
Cause.
Related diagnoses
- M05.79 — Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M06.811 — Other specified rheumatoid arthritis, right shoulder
- M15.0 — Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
- M16.0 — Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
- M16.11 — Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M16.12 — Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
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