Traum rupt of collat ligmt of r mid fngr at MCP/IP jt, subs

Traumatic rupture of collateral ligament of right middle finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a traumatic tear of a collateral ligament in the right middle finger, specifically affecting the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) and/or interphalangeal (IP) joints. This injury is a direct result of an external force or trauma to the finger.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed traumatic collateral ligament rupture of the right middle finger. This includes visits for physical therapy, re-evaluation of healing, or management of complications during the recovery phase.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "right middle finger" and "collateral ligament" involvement at the MCP/IP joints.
The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is in the healing or recovery phase.
Confirm the injury is traumatic in nature; non-traumatic ruptures would be coded differently.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S63.412Traum rupture of collat ligmt of r mid finger at MCP/IP jt

S63.412D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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