Abnormal response to nerve stimulation, unspecified
ICD-10 R94.130 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of abnormal response to nerve stimulation, unspecified.
R94.130 is used to classify cases where a patient exhibits an abnormal response to nerve stimulation, but the specific nature of the abnormality is not further specified. This can include a variety of symptoms such as altered sensory perception, abnormal reflexes, or unexpected muscle responses during diagnostic testing. The abnormal response may indicate underlying neurological conditions, peripheral nerve damage, or systemic diseases affecting nerve function. Common causes include neuropathies, myopathies, or central nervous system disorders. The clinical context often requires a thorough neurological examination and may involve additional diagnostic tests such as electromyography (EMG) or nerve conduction studies (NCS) to elucidate the underlying cause. Accurate coding necessitates comprehensive documentation of the patient's symptoms, the context of the nerve stimulation test, and any relevant findings from the clinical examination.
Detailed patient history, neurological examination findings, and results from nerve stimulation tests.
Patients presenting with unexplained sensory changes or weakness requiring nerve conduction studies.
Ensure that all relevant symptoms and test results are documented to support the diagnosis.
Acute care documentation including immediate assessment findings and any interventions performed.
Patients with acute neurological deficits or altered mental status requiring rapid evaluation.
Document the urgency of the situation and any immediate treatments provided.
Used to evaluate abnormal responses in nerve stimulation tests.
Document the specific nerves tested and the findings.
Ensure that the procedure is linked to the clinical findings justifying the need for testing.
Document the patient's symptoms, the context of the nerve stimulation test, and any relevant findings from the neurological examination and diagnostic tests.
