Inj musc/fasc/tend long head of biceps, right arm, init

This code signifies an injury to the long head of the biceps muscle, its surrounding fascia, or its tendon in the right arm, excluding a complete tear or strain. This could involve a partial tear, contusion, or other specified damage to these structures. The injury is acute and is being treated for the first time.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a new, non-traumatic or traumatic injury to the long head of the right biceps that is not classified as a strain or rupture. Examples include a partial tear identified on imaging, a contusion from direct impact, or other specified damage to the muscle, fascia, or tendon. This code is appropriate for the initial visit for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "other injury" and not a strain or rupture.
• Verify the injury location is the long head of the biceps and the affected side is the right arm.
• Confirm this is the patient's first encounter for treatment of this particular injury.