G57.7
Non-Billable

Causalgia of lower limb

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Causalgia of lower limb?

ICD-10-CM G57.7 is the diagnosis code for Causalgia of lower limb. This code falls under the section "Nerve, nerve root and plexus disorders" within Chapter 6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for G57.7

✅ This Code Includes

  • Complex regional pain syndrome II of lower limb

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as G57.7. They are mutually exclusive:

  • complex regional pain syndrome I of lower limb (G90.52-)
  • complex regional pain syndrome I of upper limb (G90.51-)
  • complex regional pain syndrome II of upper limb (G56.4-)
  • reflex sympathetic dystrophy of lower limb (G90.52-)
  • reflex sympathetic dystrophy of upper limb (G90.51-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G57.7 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 4 entries
G57.70Causalgia of unspecified lower limbBillableG57.71Causalgia of right lower limbBillableG57.72Causalgia of left lower limbBillableG57.73Causalgia of bilateral lower limbsBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is G57.7 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, G57.7 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does G57.7 mean?

G57.7 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Causalgia of lower limb". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of G57.7?

The parent code of G57.7 is G57 ("Mononeuropathies of lower limb"). G57.7 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is G57.7 in?

G57.7 is located in Section G50-G59 — "Nerve, nerve root and plexus disorders" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of G57.7?

G57.7 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: G57.70, G57.71, G57.72, G57.73.

When should I use G57.7?

Use G57.7 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Causalgia of lower limb" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Causalgia of lower limb?

The ICD-10-CM code for Causalgia of lower limb is G57.7.

Can G57.7 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, G57.7 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is G57.7 in?

G57.7 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from G57.7?

Type 1 Excludes for G57.7 include: complex regional pain syndrome I of lower limb (G90.52-); complex regional pain syndrome I of upper limb (G90.51-); complex regional pain syndrome II of upper limb (G56.4-) and more.

Is G57.7 valid for 2026?

Yes, G57.7 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousG57.63Lesion of plantar nerve, bilateral lower limbsNext →G57.70Causalgia of unspecified lower limb
Code Details
G57.7
Causalgia of lower limb
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G50-G59 — Nerve, nerve root and plexus disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM