Paralytic calcification and ossification of muscle, forearm
ICD-10 M61.23 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of paralytic calcification and ossification of muscle, forearm.
Paralytic calcification and ossification of muscle in the forearm is a condition characterized by the abnormal deposition of calcium salts and bone-like tissue in the muscle, typically following a period of disuse or paralysis. This condition often arises in patients with neuromuscular disorders, where muscle weakness leads to immobility. The forearm muscles, which are crucial for hand and wrist function, may undergo these changes due to prolonged inactivity or neurological impairment. Clinically, patients may present with stiffness, pain, and reduced range of motion in the affected area. Diagnosis is often confirmed through imaging studies, such as X-rays or MRI, which reveal calcified areas within the muscle tissue. Treatment may involve physical therapy, pain management, and in some cases, surgical intervention to remove calcified deposits. Understanding the underlying neuromuscular conditions contributing to this disorder is essential for effective management and rehabilitation.
Detailed neurological assessment and history of muscle weakness.
Patients with stroke or spinal cord injury leading to muscle paralysis.
Ensure documentation reflects the duration of paralysis and any rehabilitation efforts.
Comprehensive rehabilitation plans and progress notes.
Patients undergoing rehabilitation post-injury or surgery with muscle calcification.
Document functional limitations and goals for therapy to support coding.
Used in rehabilitation of patients with muscle calcification.
Document specific exercises performed and patient progress.
Physical therapy notes should correlate with the diagnosis for proper billing.
Paralytic calcification is primarily caused by prolonged disuse of muscles, often due to neurological conditions that lead to muscle weakness or paralysis.
