ICD-10-CM · M77.10
ICD-10 M77.10: Lateral epicondylitis, unspecified elbow
Tennis elbow.
Code
M77.10
Category
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system (M00-M99)
Clinical context
Tennis elbow.
Documentation requirements
- Provocative testing
Common related procedures
- Conservative
- Injection
Common payer denial patterns
- Use site-specific laterality
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 M77.10 mean?
Lateral epicondylitis, unspecified elbow
When is this code documented?
Tennis elbow.
What documentation supports this code?
Provocative testing.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
Use site-specific laterality.
Related diagnoses
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