Other muscle spasm

This code represents a muscle spasm that is not otherwise specified as a cramp, contracture, or other specific type of muscle disorder. It indicates involuntary, sustained muscle contraction causing pain or functional impairment, without an identified underlying neurological or musculoskeletal condition that would be coded elsewhere.

Use this code when documentation clearly states "muscle spasm" without further specificity regarding its cause or type, and when more specific codes for muscle cramps (e.g., R25.2) or muscle contractures (e.g., M62.4-) are not applicable. This code is appropriate when the spasm is a primary complaint or a significant contributing factor to the patient's presentation.

• Do not use this code for muscle cramps (R25.2) or muscle contractures (M62.4-).
• Always seek further specificity from the provider if the documentation only states "spasm" to determine if a more precise code is available.
• Consider sequencing this code after a more definitive diagnosis if the muscle spasm is a symptom of an underlying condition (e.g., back pain with muscle spasm).