Other chronic pain
ICD-10 Code: G89.29 · Body Part: Lumbar Spine
QME Evaluation Process
Comprehensive pain assessment using validated pain scales, functional capacity evaluation, behavioral observation for pain behaviors. Pain adds-on per AMA Guides Chapter 18.
Typical Impairment Rating
Up to 3% WPI add-on for chronic pain per Chapter 18
AMA Guides Edition
5th Edition
Common Treatments
Related Conditions
Body Part Guide
Lumbar Spine Evaluation Guide
Impairment rating methods, common conditions, and QME evaluation protocols
QME Specialties for Other chronic pain
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What is Other chronic pain (G89.29)?
Other chronic pain is an ICD-10 diagnosis code (G89.29) classified under Pain conditions. It affects the Lumbar Spine and is commonly encountered in California workers' compensation claims. QME physicians evaluate this condition using AMA Guides 5th Edition protocols.
How is G89.29 rated for impairment?
The typical whole person impairment (WPI) range for Other chronic pain is Up to 3% WPI add-on for chronic pain per Chapter 18. The exact rating depends on clinical findings, imaging, and the evaluation method (DRE or ROM) chosen by the QME physician per AMA Guides 5th Edition.
What is the QME evaluation process for G89.29?
Comprehensive pain assessment using validated pain scales, functional capacity evaluation, behavioral observation for pain behaviors. Pain adds-on per AMA Guides Chapter 18.
What treatments are common for Other chronic pain?
Common treatments for Other chronic pain include Multimodal pain management, Physical therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Medication management. Treatment appropriateness and outcomes are considered during the QME evaluation when determining permanent and stationary status and apportionment.