Injury of radial nerve at forearm level, left arm, init

Injury of radial nerve at forearm level, left arm, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a traumatic injury to the radial nerve specifically within the forearm region of the left arm. This type of injury can result in sensory deficits, motor weakness, or paralysis in the distribution of the radial nerve, affecting wrist and finger extension.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for the initial encounter of a patient presenting with a new radial nerve injury in the left forearm due to trauma, such as a fracture, laceration, or crush injury. It should be used when the patient is receiving active treatment for the injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies the left arm and the forearm level of the radial nerve injury.
Confirm this is the initial encounter for the injury; subsequent care would use a different seventh character.
Look for associated injuries like fractures (e.g., humerus, radius) that may have caused the nerve damage.

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Crosswalks

955.3ApproxICD-9

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