Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue

ICD-10 Code: M62.81

Muscle Weakness (Generalized)

Generalized muscle weakness without specific neuromuscular diagnosis.

Clinical Information

Generalized weakness from deconditioning, aging, or unclear etiology. Distinct from focal weakness.

Coding Guidelines

  • 1Use for generalized weakness
  • 2Rule out neurologic causes

Common Uses

  • Elderly patient with weakness, workup pending

Related ICD-10 Codes

G72.9Myopathy, unspecified

Documentation Requirements

  • Document 'generalized weakness' or 'muscle weakness'

Real-World Coding Examples

82-year-old with generalized weakness (M62.81)

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Medical coding for Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue