Patient presents with complaints consistent with sciatica, characterized by radiating low back pain, leg pain, or buttock pain.  Onset of symptoms was [Date of onset] and is described as [quality of pain: e.g., sharp, burning, aching, electric].  The pain radiates down the [affected leg: right, left, or bilateral] along the distribution of the sciatic nerve, extending to the [location: e.g., buttock, thigh, posterior leg, calf, foot].  Patient reports [associated symptoms: e.g., numbness, tingling, weakness] in the affected limb.  Pain is aggravated by [aggravating factors: e.g., prolonged sitting, standing, coughing, sneezing, straining] and alleviated by [alleviating factors: e.g., lying down, medication].  Physical examination reveals [positive findings: e.g., positive straight leg raise test, decreased reflexes, muscle weakness, sensory deficits] in the affected leg.  Differential diagnosis includes lumbar disc herniation, spinal stenosis, piriformis syndrome, and sacroiliac joint dysfunction.  Assessment suggests sciatica, likely secondary to [presumed etiology: e.g., lumbar disc herniation, spinal stenosis].  Plan includes [treatment plan: e.g., conservative management with NSAIDs, physical therapy, activity modification; referral to specialist for further evaluation; imaging studies such as MRI of the lumbar spine if indicated].  Patient education provided regarding sciatica, proper body mechanics, and pain management strategies.  Follow-up scheduled in [duration] to assess response to treatment and adjust plan as needed.  ICD-10 code: M54.3 (Sciatica).