Causalgia of right lower limb
ICD-10 G57.71 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of causalgia of right lower limb.
Causalgia, also known as complex regional pain syndrome type II, is characterized by severe, persistent pain in the right lower limb that is often accompanied by sensory abnormalities, motor dysfunction, and autonomic changes. This condition typically arises following a nerve injury, leading to an exaggerated response to pain stimuli. Patients may experience burning pain, allodynia (pain from stimuli that do not normally provoke pain), and hyperalgesia (increased sensitivity to painful stimuli). The pain can be debilitating and may be associated with swelling, changes in skin color, and temperature differences 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 sometimes nerve blocks or surgical interventions. Understanding the underlying nerve pathology is crucial for effective management and coding of this condition.
Detailed neurological examination findings, including sensory and motor assessments, and results from nerve conduction studies.
Patients presenting with chronic pain following a traumatic injury or surgery, with neurological deficits.
Ensure comprehensive documentation of the patient's pain history and response to treatments to support the diagnosis.
Records of pain management strategies employed, including medications, physical therapy, and interventional procedures.
Patients undergoing multimodal pain management for chronic pain syndromes.
Document the effectiveness of pain management interventions and any changes in the patient's condition.
Used to evaluate nerve function in patients with suspected causalgia.
Document the specific nerves tested and the results of the study.
Neurologists should ensure that the rationale for the study is clearly documented.
Causalgia is a chronic pain condition that occurs following a nerve injury, characterized by severe burning pain and sensory abnormalities in the affected limb.
Diagnosis is primarily clinical, based on patient history and physical examination, often supplemented by nerve conduction studies to assess nerve function.
Treatment may include pain management strategies, physical therapy, nerve blocks, and in some cases, surgical interventions.
