Find information on left shoulder tendinitis diagnosis, including clinical documentation, medical coding (ICD-10 M75.11, M75.12), and healthcare treatment options. Learn about symptoms, causes, and diagnostic tests related to left shoulder tendon inflammation and rotator cuff tendinopathy. Explore resources for accurate medical coding and proper documentation for left shoulder tendinitis in healthcare settings. This information is relevant for physicians, medical coders, and other healthcare professionals.
Also known as
Rotator cuff syndrome
Includes various shoulder tendon inflammations like tendinitis.
Other specified enthesopathies
Covers other specific tendon attachment disorders, potentially including shoulder tendinitis.
Other soft tissue disorders
A broader category that may be used if a more specific code isn't applicable.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the left shoulder tendinitis specified as bicipital?
When to use each related code
| Description |
|---|
| Left Shoulder Tendinitis |
| Left Shoulder Bursitis |
| Left Shoulder Impingement |
Coding left shoulder tendinitis without specifying laterality can lead to claim denials. Use ICD-10 M75.11 for the left side.
Tendinitis vs. other shoulder pain. Clear documentation needed for accurate coding (e.g., bicipital tendinitis, rotator cuff tendinitis).
If tendinitis is traumatic, code the underlying cause. Unspecified tendinitis lacks detail for accurate reimbursement and data analysis.
Patient presents with complaints of left shoulder pain, consistent with left shoulder tendinitis. Symptoms include localized tenderness to palpation over the affected tendons, pain exacerbated by movement and activity, particularly abduction and external rotation, and stiffness. Onset of pain is reported as gradual, with increasing severity over the past [number] weeksmonths. Patient denies any specific trauma or injury to the shoulder. Pain is described as [character of pain, e.g., aching, sharp, burning] and rated [pain scale rating] on a 0-10 scale. Range of motion is limited due to pain, with notable restriction in [specific movement, e.g., forward flexion, internal rotation]. No crepitus or instability noted. Differential diagnoses include rotator cuff tear, frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis), and bursitis. Assessment suggests left shoulder tendinitis (ICD-10 M75.11) as the primary diagnosis. Treatment plan includes rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen for pain management, and physical therapy referral for range of motion exercises and strengthening. Patient education provided on activity modification and proper body mechanics. Follow-up scheduled in [duration] to assess response to treatment and adjust plan as needed.