ICD-10 Code S82.422B: Left Fibula Fracture Guide
ICD-10 Code S82.422B describes a displaced transverse fracture of the shaft of the left fibula. Specifically, it applies to the initial encounter for an open fracture, Gustilo-Anderson type I or II. In fact, CMS requires every fracture code in the S82 category to carry a 7th character. For S82.422B, that character confirms the encounter is […]
CPT Code 20930: Morselized bone graft billing guide (2026)
CPT Code 20930 is an add-on code for morselized allograft, or placement of an osteopromotive material, used only during spinal surgery. It carries a ZZZ global period, so it must always accompany a primary spinal fusion code on the same claim. Submitted alone, it fails automatically, and that single rule drives more CPT 20930 denials […]
ICD-10 code M06.4: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
ICD-10 Code M06.4 is a billable code for inflammatory polyarthropathy: inflammation affecting multiple joints when no more specific rheumatoid or inflammatory arthritis code applies. Payers scrutinize claims that use it because the code signals an unspecified diagnosis rather than a confirmed one. This reference covers M06.4’s billable status, code hierarchy, Excludes1 note, documentation requirements, and […]
Knee outcome survey (KOS-ADLS) template + scoring guide
Download your free Knee Outcome Survey template A standardized patient-reported outcome measure (PROM) for assessing knee function, pain, and symptoms. This fillable form includes 6 symptom items and 8 functional activity items (14 total) rated on a 0-5 Likert scale, plus step-by-step scoring instructions. Download template The knee outcome survey (KOS) is a patient-reported outcome […]
Clunk test: Procedure, interpretation and documentation template
Download your free clunk test assessment template A ready-to-use clinical assessment template for documenting patient positioning, examiner observations, positive/negative findings, and clinical interpretation of the clunk test. Streamlines record-keeping and ensures consistent documentation across your practice team. Download template Shoulder labral tears affect thousands of patients annually, particularly in overhead athletes and individuals with glenohumeral […]
ICD-10 Code M16.2: Bilateral osteoarthritis from hip dysplasia
M16.2 applies only when the physician documents dysplasia as the cause of bilateral hip OA. Without that, use M16.0.
Range of motion assessment: A clinical guide for practitioners
Most musculoskeletal complaints walk through the door with one thing in common: restricted movement. A range of motion assessment gives a clinician the first objective read on how bad a restriction is. That applies whether it’s a post-surgical shoulder, a stiff lumbar spine, or an ankle recovering from a sprain. It’s commonly abbreviated as ROM […]
Hypoglossal nerve test: How to perform and interpret CN XII
Inconsistent examination technique causes most missed cranial nerve findings, more often than a lack of knowledge does. The hypoglossal nerve test takes under two minutes, yet inconsistent documentation and incorrect deviation interpretation persist across clinical settings. Guidance on cranial nerve testing consistently lists the hypoglossal nerve examination among the assessments used for stroke workups and […]
Falls efficacy scale (FES): Clinical assessment tool and free template
Download your free Falls Efficacy Scale template The original 10-item Falls Efficacy Scale (Tinetti et al., 1990). Patients rate their confidence in 10 daily activities from 1 (very confident) to 10 (not confident at all). A total score above 70 indicates fear of falling. Print or hand out the PDF to standardize fall-risk screening across […]
DN4 questionnaire
Download your free DN4 questionnaire A ready-to-use 10-item clinician-administered screening tool for neuropathic pain. Includes all 7 symptom descriptors (patient interview), 3 clinical examination findings, scoring instructions, and interpretation guidance for ≥4/10 cut-off threshold. Download template The DN4 questionnaire is a validated 10-item screening tool that helps clinicians identify neuropathic pain in 3 to 5 […]