Find information on right neck pain diagnosis, including clinical documentation, ICD-10 codes (M54.2), differential diagnosis, and treatment options. Explore resources for healthcare professionals covering neck pain symptoms, causes, physical exam findings, and medical coding best practices for accurate reimbursement. Learn about right-sided neck pain, muscle strain, cervical radiculopathy, and other related conditions. This resource provides valuable insights for physicians, nurses, and medical coders seeking accurate and comprehensive information on right neck pain.
Also known as
Cervicalgia
Neck pain
Cervicobrachial syndrome
Pain radiating from neck to arm
Myalgia
Muscle pain, possibly including neck muscles
Sprain of ligaments of cervical spine, right side, initial encounter
Ligament sprain in the right side of the neck during initial visit
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is neck pain due to trauma/injury?
Yes
Specific injury documented?
No
Radiculopathy/neuralgia?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Right neck pain |
Right neck muscle strain |
Cervical radiculopathy, right |
Coding right neck pain without specifying laterality can lead to claim rejections. Use specific ICD-10 codes like M54.2 for right side.
Generalized neck pain code lacks detail. Document underlying cause (e.g., cervicalgia, radiculopathy) for accurate coding and reimbursement.
Insufficient documentation of right neck pain characteristics (onset, location, severity) impacts coding accuracy and audit defense.
Patient presents with complaints of right neck pain. Onset of pain is described as (acute, subacute, chronic) and began (duration) ago. The pain is characterized as (sharp, dull, aching, burning, throbbing, electric, stabbing) and located in the (upper, middle, lower) right neck, possibly radiating to the (right shoulder, right arm, head, back). Patient reports the pain is (constant, intermittent) and (aggravated, alleviated) by (specific movements, postures, activities, rest). Pain severity is reported as (mild, moderate, severe) on a scale of 0-10, currently at (numeric pain score). Associated symptoms may include (headache, stiffness, numbness, tingling, weakness, dizziness, nausea, limited range of motion). Past medical history includes (relevant medical conditions, e.g., cervical spondylosis, whiplash, arthritis). Medications include (list current medications). Physical examination reveals (tenderness to palpation, muscle spasm, decreased range of motion, neurological deficits, crepitus). Differential diagnosis includes (cervical strain, cervical radiculopathy, facet joint syndrome, torticollis, myofascial pain syndrome). Assessment: Right neck pain, likely due to (presumptive diagnosis). Plan: (Conservative management including rest, ice, heat, over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen or naproxen, physical therapy referral, muscle relaxants, prescription pain medication if indicated). Follow-up scheduled in (duration) to assess response to treatment. Patient education provided regarding proper posture, ergonomics, and activity modification. ICD-10 code: (appropriate ICD-10 code based on diagnosis).