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DiagnosesRight Rotator Cuff Tendinitis

Right Rotator Cuff Tendinitis

ICD-10 Coding for Right Rotator Cuff Tendinitis(M75.311, M75.321)

PRIMARY SPECIALTYOrthopedics
COMPLEXITYHigh
LAST UPDATED09/15/2025
Sam Tuffun, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist | Medical Coding & Billing Contributor

Diagnosis Overview

What is Right Rotator Cuff Tendinitis?
Essential facts and insights about Right Rotator Cuff Tendinitis

Key Clinical Considerations:

  • Shoulder pain, especially with overhead activities
  • Weakness in the shoulder, particularly in external rotation
  • Limited range of motion

Clinical Information

Clinical Criteria & Documentation Requirements

  • Patient history including onset, duration, and nature of symptoms
  • Physical examination findings including strength testing and range of motion
  • Imaging results such as MRI or ultrasound findings

Coding Guidelines

Usage Guidelines & Examples

  • Follow ICD-10 guidelines for specificity in coding rotator cuff conditions.
  • Common errors include using unspecified codes when more specific codes are available.

Code Exclusions

Important Exclusions

  • Rotator cuff tears, shoulder impingement syndrome
  • Alternative codes for left shoulder conditions

Related ICD-10 Codes

Primary Codes
726.10
Rotator cuff tendinitis, right shoulder
Ancillary Codes
M75.81
Differential Codes
M75.41

Related CPT Codes

CPT codes will be available in a future update.

Specialty Focus

Primary Specialty

Orthopedics

Specialty Applications

  • Adults, particularly those engaged in repetitive overhead activities
  • Orthopedic clinics, physical therapy settings

Coding Complexity

High Complexity

This diagnosis requires careful attention to:

  • Comprehensive clinical documentation
  • Accurate code selection based on clinical criteria
  • Proper exclusion considerations
  • Specialty-specific coding guidelines

Documentation

Documentation Templates

Billing Information

Billing Considerations

  • Ensure proper documentation for billing
  • Verify code specificity requirements
  • Check for any additional codes needed
  • Review payer-specific guidelines

Common Issues

  • Insufficient clinical documentation
  • Incorrect code selection
  • Missing supporting diagnoses
  • Timing and frequency documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the documentation requirements?

Document patient history, physical exam findings, and any imaging results.

What are the billing considerations?

Ensure accurate coding to reflect the specific diagnosis and any associated procedures.