Traumatic rupture of collateral ligament of left wrist, subs

This code signifies a traumatic tear of a collateral ligament in the left wrist that is currently undergoing active treatment or healing. It indicates that the patient is in the recovery phase following the initial injury, receiving follow-up care, or experiencing complications during the healing process.

This code is appropriate for encounters after the initial treatment of a left wrist collateral ligament rupture, such as follow-up appointments, physical therapy sessions, or evaluations for ongoing pain or limited range of motion. It should be used when the patient is still receiving care for the acute effects of the injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left wrist" and "collateral ligament" for accurate coding.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the injury; refer to the "A" seventh character for initial encounters.