Traum rupt of palmar ligmt of unsp finger at MCP/IP jt, init

Traumatic rupture of palmar ligament of unspecified finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a tear in the palmar ligament of an unspecified finger, specifically at either the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) or interphalangeal (IP) joint, resulting from a traumatic event. This injury compromises the stability of the affected joint on the palmar (front) side of the finger.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for a patient presenting with an acute, traumatic injury to the palmar ligament of a finger, where the specific finger (e.g., thumb, index) is not documented. This applies to the initial assessment and treatment of such a rupture.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states a "rupture" or "tear" of the palmar ligament, not just a sprain.
Verify the injury location is at an MCP or IP joint; other finger joint injuries require different codes.
The "A" in the seventh character indicates an initial encounter for this specific injury.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S63.429Traum rupture of palmar ligament of unsp finger at MCP/IP jt

S63.429A(current)

Crosswalks

842.19ApproxICD-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