Find information on Right Tennis Elbow diagnosis including ICD-10 code M77.11, Lateral Epicondylitis, and clinical documentation requirements. Learn about symptoms, treatment options, and medical coding best practices for accurate healthcare billing and reimbursement. Explore resources for proper diagnosis coding and documentation for Right Tennis Elbow. This information pertains to healthcare professionals, medical coders, and billers seeking accurate and comprehensive information on Right Tennis Elbow.
Also known as
Lateral epicondylitis
Inflammation of tendons on outer elbow.
Medial epicondylitis
Inflammation of tendons on inner elbow (Golfer's elbow).
Other enthesopathies
Other disorders where tendons/ligaments attach to bone.
Enthesopathy, unspecified
Inflammation where tendon/ligament attaches to bone, unspecified.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the right elbow pain due to lateral epicondylitis?
Yes
Is there a history of overuse/strain?
No
Is the right elbow pain due to another specific condition?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Right Tennis Elbow |
Lateral Epicondylitis |
Radial Tunnel Syndrome |
Coding right tennis elbow without specifying laterality can lead to claim denials. Use M77.11 for right elbow.
Incorrectly coding other elbow conditions as tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) leads to inaccurate data reporting.
Insufficient documentation to support the diagnosis of right tennis elbow can cause audit issues and claim rejections.
Patient presents with complaints of lateral elbow pain consistent with right tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis. Onset of pain is reported as gradual, worsening over the past [number] weeksmonths, and exacerbated by activities involving gripping, wrist extension, and forearm supination. Patient denies any specific trauma or injury to the area. Pain is described as aching and burning, localized to the lateral epicondyle and radiating along the extensor muscles of the forearm. Pain severity is reported as [number]10 on a pain scale. Physical examination reveals point tenderness over the lateral epicondyle, pain with resisted wrist extension and forearm supination, and negative Cozen's test. No palpable warmth, erythema, or swelling noted. Range of motion of the elbow and wrist is within normal limits, though painful with certain movements. Differential diagnosis includes radial tunnel syndrome, cervical radiculopathy, and osteoarthritis. Assessment is right lateral epicondylitis, ICD-10 code M77.11. Plan includes conservative management with rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), NSAIDs for pain management, and referral to physical therapy for strengthening and stretching exercises. Patient education provided regarding activity modification and proper body mechanics. Follow-up scheduled in [number] weeks to assess response to treatment and consider corticosteroid injection if symptoms persist.