Understanding Low Back Pain (LBP) and ICD-10 Codes

A person performing a seated hamstring stretch to relieve low back pain.

Low back pain (LBP) is a common problem that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be mild or severe, sometimes making daily activities difficult. Doctors use a system called ICD-10 codes to classify and record different types of back pain. These codes help in diagnosis, treatment, and communication between healthcare providers. ICD-10 Codes for … Read more

Frozen Shoulder ICD-10 Code: M75.0

Anatomical illustration of a shoulder joint affected by frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis), highlighting the inflamed capsule.

Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is a condition that makes your shoulder stiff and painful, almost like itโ€™s “stuck” or “frozen.” This makes it hard to move your arm, making simple tasks like dressing, brushing your hair, or reaching for something difficult. What Causes Frozen Shoulder? Doctors donโ€™t know the exact cause of frozen shoulder, but … Read more

ICD-10 Code for Postmenopausal Bleeding

Illustration of postmenopausal bleeding with a doctor explaining its causes and importance of medical diagnosis and treatment.

Postmenopausal bleeding is when a woman has vaginal bleeding after she has gone through menopause. Menopause means a woman has not had her period for 12 months in a row. After menopause, bleeding is not normal, so itโ€™s important to find out what is causing it. Doctors use a system called the International Classification of … Read more

ICD-10 Code for Hyperlipidemia: E78.5

ICD-10 code for hyperlipidemia (E78.5) used for documenting high cholesterol in medical records and insurance billing.

High cholesterol, known as hyperlipidemia, is a common health problem that many people donโ€™t know much about. This article will explain what high cholesterol is, its causes, symptoms, treatments, and the medical code used for it. What is Hyperlipidemia? Hyperlipidemia means there are too many fats (called lipids) in your blood. These fats include cholesterol … Read more

ICD-10 Code PVC I49.3: Premature Ventricular Contractions

Illustration of a heart with highlighted ventricles explaining Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVC) and their ICD-10 code.

The International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), is a system used to classify and code health problems. One of these problems is Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs). This article explains PVC, their ICD-10 code, symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment in simple language. What Are PVCs? Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs) are extra heartbeats that start in … Read more