Find comprehensive information on Myoclonic Jerk, including clinical documentation, medical coding, ICD-10 codes, diagnosis criteria, differential diagnosis, treatment options, and prognosis. This resource offers insights for healthcare professionals, covering myoclonus, muscle spasms, involuntary movements, neurological disorders, movement disorders, and essential tremor. Learn about proper documentation for accurate medical coding and billing related to Myoclonic Jerk.
Also known as
Myoclonus
Involuntary, brief muscle twitching.
Abnormal involuntary movements
Includes tremors, tics, and other uncontrolled movements.
Epilepsy and recurrent seizures
Myoclonic jerks can be a symptom of certain epilepsies.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the myoclonus associated with a specific underlying condition?
Yes
Is it epileptic myoclonus?
No
Is it physiologic myoclonus (hiccups, sleep starts)?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Sudden, brief muscle jerk. |
Epileptic myoclonus. |
Physiologic myoclonus. |
Coding myoclonus without specifying etiology (e.g., epileptic vs. non-epileptic) leads to inaccurate reporting and potential DRG misassignment.
Misdiagnosis between myoclonus and tremor can result in incorrect code assignment (e.g., R25.1 vs. G25.3), impacting quality metrics.
Insufficient documentation of myoclonus characteristics (frequency, severity, triggers) hinders accurate coding and may trigger audits or denials.
Patient presents with complaints of myoclonic jerks, characterized by sudden, brief, involuntary muscle contractions. Onset of myoclonus was [Onset - e.g., gradual, sudden], with a frequency of [Frequency - e.g., several times a day, rarely]. Jerks are described as [Description - e.g., single, repetitive, rhythmic, arrhythmic] and affect the [Location - e.g., arms, legs, face, trunk]. Patient reports [Precipitating factors - e.g., stress, sleep deprivation, caffeine intake] may exacerbate the jerks. Review of systems reveals [Associated symptoms - e.g., insomnia, anxiety, fatigue]. Medical history includes [Relevant medical history - e.g., epilepsy, metabolic disorders, medication use]. Family history is significant for [Relevant family history - e.g., epilepsy, movement disorders]. Neurological examination demonstrates [Neurological findings - e.g., normal muscle tone and reflexes, no other neurological deficits]. Differential diagnosis includes essential myoclonus, physiological myoclonus, epileptic myoclonus, and symptomatic myoclonus secondary to [Potential underlying causes - e.g., medication side effects, metabolic disorders, neurodegenerative diseases]. Diagnostic workup may include [Diagnostic tests - e.g., EEG, MRI brain, metabolic panel, genetic testing] to determine the etiology. Initial treatment plan includes [Treatment plan - e.g., patient education, lifestyle modifications, medication management with [Medication name and dosage]]. Patient will be monitored for treatment efficacy and potential adverse effects. Follow-up appointment scheduled in [Duration - e.g., two weeks, one month] to reassess symptoms and adjust treatment as needed. ICD-10 code: [ICD-10 Code - e.g., G25.3, R25.1] based on the determined etiology.