Complex regional pain syndrome I of right upper limb
ICD-10 G90.511 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of complex regional pain syndrome i of right upper limb.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) I, previously known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), is a chronic pain condition that typically affects a limb following an injury or trauma. CRPS I is characterized by severe, persistent pain that is disproportionate to the initial injury, often accompanied by sensory, motor, and autonomic dysfunction. In the case of G90.511, the syndrome specifically affects the right upper limb. Patients may experience symptoms such as burning pain, swelling, changes in skin color and temperature, and abnormal sweating. The pain is often described as a burning sensation and can be exacerbated by movement or touch. The exact pathophysiology of CRPS is not fully understood, but it is believed to involve a combination of peripheral and central nervous system changes, including neurogenic inflammation and altered pain processing. Diagnosis is primarily clinical, based on patient history and symptomatology, and may be supported by imaging studies or nerve conduction tests. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for improving outcomes and may include physical therapy, pain management strategies, and, in some cases, sympathetic nerve blocks.
Detailed pain assessments, treatment plans, and response to therapies.
Patients presenting with chronic pain following trauma or surgery.
Documentation must clearly outline the pain characteristics and any functional limitations.
Neurological evaluations, imaging results, and differential diagnoses.
Patients with unexplained pain and neurological symptoms following an injury.
Must differentiate from other neurological disorders and document any neurological deficits.
Used for pain management in CRPS patients.
Document the indication for the injection and patient response.
Pain management specialists should ensure thorough documentation of treatment efficacy.
The primary symptoms include severe pain, swelling, changes in skin color and temperature, and abnormal sweating in the affected limb.
Diagnosis is primarily clinical, based on patient history and symptomatology, and may be supported by imaging studies or nerve conduction tests.
Treatment options include physical therapy, pain management strategies, and sympathetic nerve blocks, depending on the severity and duration of symptoms.
