Basics of Plantar fasciitis ICD-10 CM coding
M72.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
Plantar Fasciitis and ICD-10
The good news is there’s just one code for plantar fasciitis itself, regardless of whether it affects your left foot, right foot, or both. The code you’re looking for is:
- M72.2: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
No Differentiation for Laterality: Plantar Fasciitis ICD-10
ICD-10 coding for plantar fasciitis doesn’t differentiate between left foot, right foot, or both feet impacted. So, whether you have it in one foot or both, the code remains M72.2.
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Plantar Fascia Tear and ICD-10
While plantar fasciitis involves inflammation of the plantar fascia tissue, a tear is a more severe injury. Unfortunately, ICD-10 coding doesn’t have a specific code for a plantar fascia tear. In such cases, doctors might use a more general code like:
- S83.0: Injury to fascia and aponeurosis of foot
Related Synonyms for Plantar fasciitis ICD-10 CM
- Bilateral plantar fasciitis
- Fibromatosis of bilateral plantar fascia
- Fibromatosis of left plantar fascia
- Fibromatosis of plantar fascia
- Fibromatosis of plantar fascia of bilateral feet
- Fibromatosis of plantar fascia of left foot
- Fibromatosis of plantar fascia of right foot
- Fibromatosis of right plantar fascia
- Left plantar fasciitis
- Plantar fasciitis
- Plantar fasciitis of left foot
- Plantar fasciitis of right foot
- Right plantar fasciitis
Treatment for Plantar fasciitis ICD-10 CM
Patients usually experience relief in a few months, but it also can take up to two years. Common treatments include:
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Heel-stretching exercises
- Night splints
- Shoe inserts
Physicians may treat patients for whom conservative methods don’t work with one of the following interventions:
- Steroid injections (though these can be painful)
- Surgery
Documentation and coding for Plantar fasciitis ICD-10 CM
For CPT codes, use the following:
- 28890, extracorporeal shock wave, high energy, performed by a physician, requiring anesthesia other than local, including ultrasound guidance, involving the plantar fascia
- 20552, injection[s]; single or multiple trigger point[s], 1 or 2 muscle[s]
- 28008, fasciotomy, foot and/or toe
For HCPCS Level II coding, use the following:
- L4396, static or dynamic ankle foot orthosis, including soft interface material, adjustable for fit, for positioning, may be used for minimal ambulation, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Frequently Asked Questions: Plantar Fasciitis ICD-10 Coding
Q: What is the ICD-10 code for plantar fasciitis?
A: The ICD-10 code for plantar fasciitis, regardless of which foot (or both) is affected, is M72.2: Plantar fascial fibromatosis.
Q: Is there a different ICD-10 code for left vs. right foot plantar fasciitis?
A: No. ICD-10 coding for plantar fasciitis doesn’t differentiate between left foot, right foot, or both. M72.2 covers all cases.
Q: What about a plantar fascia tear? Does it have a specific ICD-10 code?
A: Unfortunately, there’s no specific code for a plantar fascia tear. In such cases, doctors might use a more general code like S83.0: Injury to fascia and aponeurosis of foot.
Q: Why doesn’t ICD-10 differentiate between plantar fasciitis and a tear?
A: ICD-10 coding focuses on diagnosing conditions, not necessarily the severity. While both plantar fasciitis and a tear involve the plantar fascia, they’re considered distinct on a clinical level. Your doctor will diagnose the specific issue during your visit.