Traum rupture of volar plate of finger at MCP/IP jt, init

Traumatic rupture of volar plate of other finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a tear or break in the volar plate, a thick ligament on the palm side of the finger joint, specifically in a finger other than the thumb. This injury is caused by trauma and affects either the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) or interphalangeal (IP) joint.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documenting an acute, traumatic rupture of the volar plate in any finger except the thumb, at either the MCP or IP joint. This is for the initial treatment of the injury, such as during an emergency department visit or initial orthopedic consultation.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies "traumatic rupture" and not just a sprain or strain.
Confirm the affected finger is not the thumb and the joint involved is either MCP or IP.
The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the injury.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S63.438Traumatic rupture of volar plate of finger at MCP/IP jt

S63.438A(current)

Crosswalks

842.19ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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