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

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

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a tear or detachment of the volar plate, a thick ligament on the palmar side of the finger joints, specifically at either the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) or interphalangeal (IP) joint. This injury is traumatic in nature, meaning it's caused by an external force, and affects an unspecified finger.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for the initial encounter when documenting a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed traumatic rupture of the volar plate in any finger's MCP or IP joint. This typically occurs due to hyperextension injuries or direct trauma to the finger.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies a traumatic etiology for the volar plate rupture.
This code is for an unspecified finger; if the specific finger is known, a more precise code should be selected.
The "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the injury.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S63.439Traumatic rupture of volar plate of unsp finger at MCP/IP jt

S63.439A(current)

Crosswalks

842.19ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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