Causalgia of right upper limb
ICD-10 G56.41 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of causalgia of right upper limb.
Causalgia, also known as complex regional pain syndrome type II, is characterized by severe, persistent pain that typically follows a nerve injury. In the case of G56.41, the pain is localized to the right upper limb, often accompanied by sensory abnormalities such as hyperesthesia or allodynia. The condition arises from damage to peripheral nerves, leading to a dysregulation of pain signaling pathways. Patients may experience not only pain but also changes in skin color, temperature, and swelling in the affected limb. Diagnosis is primarily clinical, supported by patient history and physical examination, and may involve nerve conduction studies to assess the integrity of the affected nerve. Treatment often includes pain management strategies, physical therapy, and in some cases, surgical intervention to relieve nerve compression or injury. Understanding the underlying nerve pathology is crucial for effective management and coding of this condition.
Detailed neurological examination findings, including sensory and motor assessments.
Patients presenting with chronic pain following a traumatic nerve injury or surgery.
Documentation must clearly outline the relationship between the nerve injury and the causalgia symptoms.
Comprehensive pain assessments, treatment plans, and response to therapies.
Management of chronic pain syndromes with a focus on multimodal pain relief strategies.
Documentation should include the effectiveness of pain management interventions and any changes in patient condition.
Used to evaluate nerve function in patients with suspected causalgia.
Document the rationale for the nerve conduction study and findings.
Neurologists should ensure that the study correlates with clinical findings.
Causalgia is a chronic pain condition that occurs after a nerve injury, characterized by severe burning pain and sensory abnormalities in the affected area.
Diagnosis is primarily clinical, based on patient history and physical examination, and may be supported by nerve conduction studies to assess nerve function.
Treatment options include pain management strategies, physical therapy, and in some cases, surgical intervention to relieve nerve compression.
