Morton's Neuroma ICD-10-CM Codes
Comprehensive guide on Morton's Neuroma ICD-10 codes, clinical data, billable status, synonyms, and unique FAQs for healthcare practitioners.
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What ICD-10 Codes Are Used for Morton's Neuroma?
Morton's Neuroma is a foot condition related to nerve growth. Here are the familiar Morton's Neuroma ICD codes:
- G57.6: Morton's Metatarsalgia, Interdigital Neuroma
- M79.672: Pain in left foot
Which Morton's Neuroma ICD Codes Are Billable?
Both ICD codes associated with Morton's Neuroma are billable:
- G57.6: Yes, this code, indicating Morton's Metatarsalgia or Interdigital Neuroma, is billable.
- M79.672: Yes, this code, specifying pain in the left foot, is also billable.
Clinical Information
Morton's Neuroma is a benign but painful condition:
- Origin: It involves thickening the tissue around one of the nerves leading to your toes.
- Symptoms: Typically causes sharp, burning pain in the ball of your foot. Toes may also sting, burn or feel numb.
- Risk Factors: High heels, specific sports, foot deformities.
Synonyms Include:
- Interdigital Neuroma
- Morton's Metatarsalgia
- Morton's Neuralgia
- Morton's Disease
- Morton's Toe
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Commonly asked questions
The ICD-10 code G57.6 specifically addresses Morton's Neuroma, helping to clarify diagnoses and streamline billing procedures for foot-related conditions.
Incorrect coding can lead to insurance denials, delayed payments and may misrepresent the patient's medical history, leading to inappropriate or ineffective treatment.
Yes, M79.672, indicating pain in the left foot, can be used when a patient complains about foot pain, but a definitive diagnosis hasn't been established yet.
