T87.30

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What This Code Means

A painful nerve growth (neuroma) that develops at the site where a limb was amputated, when the specific limb location is not specified.

Coding Tips

• •Neuromas are common complications of amputation and may require additional treatment or pain management
• •Always attempt to identify the specific extremity (upper or lower, right or left) to use more specific codes T87.31-T87.39

Clinical Significance

Neuroma of amputation stump in unspecified extremity represents painful nerve growth at amputation sites that can cause significant disability and impact prosthetic use. This condition requires specialized pain management and may need surgical intervention.

Documentation Requirements

• ✓Documentation of previous amputation procedure
• ✓Clinical evidence of neuroma formation
• ✓Pain characteristics and location at stump site
• ✓Physical examination findings consistent with neuroma
• ✓Impact on prosthetic fitting or use
• ✓Rationale for unspecified extremity designation
• ✓Treatment attempts or plans for neuroma management
• ✓Provider assessment confirming neuroma diagnosis

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