Traum rupt of volar plate of l idx fngr at MCP/IP jt, subs

Traumatic rupture of volar plate of left index finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a tear or break in the volar plate, a ligament on the palm side of the joint, specifically affecting the left index finger at both the knuckle (metacarpophalangeal) and middle (interphalangeal) joints. This injury is traumatic in nature, meaning it resulted from an external force or accident.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for follow-up visits, cast changes, or ongoing treatment for a previously diagnosed traumatic rupture of the volar plate in the left index finger. This includes scenarios where the patient is receiving physical therapy, wound care, or monitoring for healing after the initial injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" for ongoing care after the initial injury.
Verify the injury is to the left index finger and involves both the MCP and IP joints.
Confirm the etiology is traumatic; non-traumatic ruptures would require a different code.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S63.431Traumatic rupture of volar plate of l idx fngr at MCP/IP jt

S63.431D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

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