Patient presents with complaints consistent with sciatic nerve pain, also known as sciatica.  Symptoms include lower back pain radiating down the leg, described as a burning, tingling, or shooting sensation.  The pain follows the path of the sciatic nerve, extending through the buttock, thigh, and potentially to the foot.  Onset of symptoms was reported as [Onset timeframe - e.g., gradual over several weeks, sudden after lifting heavy object].  Patient reports [Severity - e.g., mild, moderate, severe] pain impacting [Activities of daily living - e.g., walking, sitting, sleeping].  Physical examination reveals [Objective findings - e.g., tenderness to palpation along the sciatic nerve, positive straight leg raise test, decreased reflexes].  Differential diagnosis includes lumbar disc herniation, piriformis syndrome, spinal stenosis, and sacroiliac joint dysfunction.  Assessment suggests sciatica likely due to [Suspected cause - e.g., lumbar disc herniation at L4-L5].  Plan includes [Treatment plan - e.g., conservative management with NSAIDs, physical therapy referral, MRI lumbar spine to confirm diagnosis, consideration for corticosteroid injection if symptoms persist].  Patient education provided on sciatica management, proper body mechanics, and activity modification.  Follow-up scheduled in [Follow-up timeframe - e.g., two weeks] to assess response to treatment.  ICD-10 code: M54.3.  CPT codes for evaluation and management, and any procedures performed, will be documented separately.