Traumatic rupture of collateral ligament of r wrist, subs

Traumatic rupture of collateral ligament of right wrist, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a traumatic tear of one of the stabilizing ligaments on either side of the right wrist joint, specifically when the patient is receiving follow-up care for the injury. This could involve ongoing treatment, rehabilitation, or monitoring of healing after the initial injury and acute treatment.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for encounters where a patient is being seen for continued management of a previously diagnosed traumatic rupture of a collateral ligament in their right wrist. This includes visits for physical therapy, cast changes, wound care, or follow-up appointments to assess healing progress after the initial injury and treatment.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial injury.
Verify the laterality is specifically the right wrist.
Confirm the injury is a traumatic rupture, not an atraumatic or degenerative condition.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S63.311Traumatic rupture of collateral ligament of right wrist

S63.311D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S63Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments at wrs/hnd lv S63.0Subluxation and dislocation of wrist and hand joints S63.00Unspecified subluxation and dislocation of wrist and hand S63.001Unspecified subluxation of right wrist and hand S63.001A