Inj unsp quadriceps muscle, fascia and tendon, init encntr

This code signifies an injury to a specific, but not further detailed, part of the quadriceps muscle, its surrounding fascia, or its tendon, where the exact nature of the injury (e.g., strain, tear, contusion) is not specified. It indicates the initial presentation of such an injury.

This code is appropriate when documentation clearly states an injury to the quadriceps muscle, fascia, or tendon, but the specific muscle within the quadriceps group (e.g., rectus femoris, vastus medialis) is not identified, and the type of injury is not precisely documented. It is used for the initial encounter for treatment of this injury.

• Only use this code when the specific quadriceps muscle is not documented.
• Ensure the documentation supports an "other specified" injury rather than a contusion, laceration, or puncture.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury.