2025 ICD-10-CM code M89.052
Algoneurodystrophy of the left thigh. This condition involves pain resulting from minor nerve injury, often due to overactivity of the sympathetic nervous system, abnormal nerve impulse circulation, or as a complication of trauma or surgery.
Medical necessity for treatment of algoneurodystrophy is established by the presence of persistent pain and functional limitations that significantly impact the patient's quality of life. Documentation should clearly link the symptoms to the underlying nerve dysfunction and justify the chosen treatment approach.
Providers diagnose algoneurodystrophy based on patient history, physical examination, imaging studies (X-rays, thermography), and laboratory tests. They manage the condition with various treatments including physical therapy, psychotherapy, medications (antidepressants, antiseizure drugs, analgesics, NSAIDs), nerve blocks, and in some cases, surgery.
In simple words: Algoneurodystrophy, also called RSD, of your left thigh is a painful condition linked to a minor nerve injury. It can happen after an injury or surgery, or sometimes from problems with your nerves or how your body controls things like heart rate and temperature. The pain can be burning, and the area might be swollen, stiff, or warm. You might also notice changes in skin sensitivity or muscle strength. Doctors diagnose it by examining you and using tests like X-rays. Treatments can involve physical therapy, medication, or even surgery.
Algoneurodystrophy, also known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), of the left thigh refers to pain experienced due to minor nerve injury. This typically arises from overactivity of the sympathetic nervous system, abnormal circulation of nerve impulses, or as a complication of trauma or surgical procedures. Symptoms can include burning pain in the affected area, swelling, stiffness, increased warmth, sensitivity to touch, skin and muscle wasting, and potential neurological complications due to nerve compression. Diagnosis involves patient history, physical examination, imaging (X-rays, thermography), and laboratory tests (blood glucose to rule out diabetes). Treatment options encompass physical and psychotherapy, medication (antidepressants, antiseizure drugs, analgesics, NSAIDs), nerve blocks, and potentially surgery.
Example 1: A 35-year-old male experiences burning pain, swelling, and stiffness in his left thigh following a minor car accident. After a thorough examination including imaging and nerve conduction studies, he is diagnosed with algoneurodystrophy (M89.052)., A 50-year-old female develops persistent pain, warmth, and skin sensitivity in her left thigh after knee surgery. Despite initial physical therapy, her symptoms worsen, leading to a diagnosis of algoneurodystrophy (M89.052)., A 60-year-old male with a history of diabetes experiences unexplained pain and muscle wasting in his left thigh. After ruling out other conditions, including diabetic neuropathy, he is diagnosed with algoneurodystrophy (M89.052).
Documentation should include detailed descriptions of the pain characteristics, associated symptoms (swelling, stiffness, skin changes, etc.), any preceding trauma or surgery, neurological examination findings, and results of imaging and laboratory studies.
- Specialties:Pain Management, Neurology, Orthopedics
- Place of Service:Office, Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital, etc.