Calcification and ossification of muscles associated with burns, unspecified shoulder
ICD-10 M61.319 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of calcification and ossification of muscles associated with burns, unspecified shoulder.
Calcification and ossification of muscles associated with burns is a condition that occurs when muscle tissue undergoes pathological changes due to thermal injury. This can lead to the deposition of calcium salts in the muscle tissue, resulting in stiffness, pain, and reduced mobility. The unspecified shoulder designation indicates that the specific shoulder affected is not documented, which can complicate treatment and rehabilitation efforts. Patients may experience muscle weakness and myositis, which is inflammation of the muscle tissue, further exacerbating their condition. The calcification process can be a response to the healing of the burn, but it can also lead to neuromuscular complications, affecting the patient's overall functional capacity. Proper diagnosis often requires imaging studies to assess the extent of calcification and to differentiate it from other muscle disorders. Treatment may involve physical therapy, pain management, and in some cases, surgical intervention to remove calcified tissue.
Detailed assessment of muscle function and range of motion, treatment plans, and progress notes.
Patients recovering from burn injuries with muscle stiffness and weakness.
Documentation must reflect the impact of calcification on rehabilitation goals.
Surgical notes if intervention is performed, imaging studies, and post-operative care documentation.
Surgical removal of calcified muscle tissue in burn patients.
Clear documentation of the surgical necessity and outcomes is critical.
Used in rehabilitation of patients with muscle calcification post-burn.
Documentation of the patient's progress and specific exercises performed.
Physical therapists should document the rationale for therapy based on muscle function.
The unspecified shoulder indicates that the specific shoulder affected by calcification is not documented, which can complicate treatment and rehabilitation efforts. It is important for coders to ensure that documentation supports this designation to avoid ambiguity.
