Complex regional pain syndrome I of left lower limb
ICD-10 G90.522 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of complex regional pain syndrome i of left lower limb.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) I, previously known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), is a chronic pain condition that typically affects a limb following an injury or trauma. In the case of G90.522, the syndrome is localized to the left lower limb. Patients often experience severe, persistent pain that is disproportionate to the initial injury. Symptoms may include swelling, changes in skin color and temperature, and abnormal sweating in the affected area. The pain is often described as burning or throbbing and may be accompanied by sensory abnormalities such as allodynia (pain from stimuli that do not normally provoke pain) and hyperalgesia (increased sensitivity to pain). The exact pathophysiology of CRPS is not fully understood but is believed to involve a combination of peripheral and central nervous system changes, including dysregulation of the autonomic nervous system. Diagnosis is primarily clinical, based on the history of pain and associated symptoms, and may be supported by imaging studies or nerve conduction tests. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for improving outcomes and reducing the risk of chronic pain.
Detailed pain assessments, treatment plans, and response to therapies.
Patients presenting with chronic pain following an injury, requiring multimodal pain management strategies.
Documentation must clearly outline the relationship between the injury and the development of CRPS.
Neurological evaluations, imaging studies, and differential diagnosis documentation.
Patients with neurological symptoms following trauma, requiring assessment for CRPS versus other neuropathic conditions.
Neurologists should document any autonomic dysfunction and sensory abnormalities to support the diagnosis.
Used for pain management in patients diagnosed with CRPS.
Document the specific nerve targeted and the patient's response to the injection.
Pain management specialists should ensure comprehensive documentation of the patient's pain history.
Common symptoms include severe pain, swelling, changes in skin color and temperature, and abnormal sweating in the affected limb.
Diagnosis is primarily clinical, based on the patient's history of pain and associated symptoms, and may be supported by imaging studies or nerve conduction tests.
