Traumatic rupture of ligament of finger at MCP/IP jt, init

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

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a complete or partial tear of a ligament in any finger other than the thumb, specifically at the knuckle (metacarpophalangeal) or interphalangeal (PIP or DIP) joints, resulting from an acute injury. This injury disrupts the normal stability of the affected finger joint.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for patients presenting with an acute traumatic rupture of a collateral or volar plate ligament in the index, middle, ring, or little finger. This applies to initial evaluations and treatments following the injury, such as after a hyperextension injury or direct impact to the finger.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "other finger" and the specific joint (MCP or IP) involved.
Confirm the encounter is the initial encounter for this specific injury.
Distinguish from sprains (S63.6-) which involve less severe ligamentous injury.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S63.498Traumatic rupture of ligament of finger at MCP/IP jt

S63.498A(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