What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Muscular Dystrophy
G71.00
This code indicates the presence of muscular dystrophy of an unspecified type. It is used when the specific form of muscular dystrophy cannot be determined. Patients with this condition may display muscle weakness, muscle wasting, and difficulties in walking.
G71.01
This muscular dystrophy ICD 10 code is assigned to Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) or Becker muscular dystrophy (BMD). It signifies the occurrence of either DMD or BMD. DMD, a severe kind of muscular dystrophy primarily affecting boys, and BMD, a milder variation that can impact both boys and girls, are encompassed by this code. These conditions result from genetic mutations leading to muscle fibers' degeneration. Symptoms of DMD typically manifest in early childhood, while those of BMD may arise during adolescence or adulthood.
G71.02
As one of the common Muscular Dystrophy ICD Codes, it represents the presence of facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD). FSHD is a progressive weakening of muscles in the face, shoulders, and upper arms. It arises due to a genetic mutation influencing the production of a protein known as dystrophin. People with FSHD usually experience symptoms in their adolescent or adult years, although some may not exhibit signs until later in life.
G71.03
This ICD 10 code for muscular dystrophy signifies the occurrence of limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD). LGMD refers to a group of progressive muscle weaknesses that affect the hips and shoulders. It can be caused by various genetic mutations, leading to different subtypes of LGMD.
G71.04
This code is indicative of oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy (OPMD). OPMD is characterized by a progressive weakening of muscles in the eyes and throat. This condition arises due to a genetic mutation impacting the production of a protein called poly-A binding protein.
G71.09
This ICD 10 muscular dystrophy code is utilized when dealing with other forms of muscular dystrophy that are not explicitly covered by the previously mentioned codes. It encompasses various specific types of muscular dystrophy that fall outside the scope of the aforementioned categories.
