ICD-10 Code G90.512 – Complex regional pain syndrome I of left upper limb (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide

The ICD-10 code for Complex regional pain syndrome I of left upper limb is G90.512.
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code G90.512 – Complex regional pain syndrome I of left upper limb

What it is

G90.512 identifies complex regional pain syndrome type I affecting the left upper limb. Use it for persistent regional pain after injury or illness when there is no confirmed nerve lesion.

Clinical signs

Typical findings include continuing pain that is disproportionate to the original event, plus sensory, vasomotor, sudomotor, or motor/trophic changes. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.

When to use this code

Use this code when the provider documents CRPS type I in the left arm, forearm, wrist, hand, or shoulder region. The record should support the left-sided upper-limb involvement and the type I diagnosis. If laterality or type is unclear, check documentation before coding.

Do not use for

Do not use this code for CRPS type II, which requires a documented nerve injury, or for pain without a confirmed CRPS diagnosis. Check documentation if the chart only says “neuropathy” or “chronic pain.”

Coding tip

Verify both laterality and CRPS type in the provider note before assigning G90.512.

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