Unsp inj unsp musc/fasc/tend at thi lev, unsp thigh, init

Unspecified injury of unspecified muscles, fascia and tendons at thigh level, unspecified thigh, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies an injury to the muscles, fascia, or tendons within the thigh region when the specific muscle, fascia, or tendon involved is not documented. It also indicates that the exact location within the thigh (e.g., anterior, posterior) is not specified. This code is used for the initial encounter for such an injury.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate when a patient presents with a thigh injury, and the provider's documentation clearly states an injury to the soft tissues (muscles, fascia, or tendons) of the thigh but lacks further detail regarding the specific structure or precise location. It is used when the patient is receiving active treatment for the injury.

💡Coding Tips

Avoid using this code if more specific documentation is available regarding the injured muscle, fascia, or tendon, or the specific thigh region.
Query the provider for more detailed information if possible to allow for a more specific code assignment.
Ensure the "A" seventh character is appropriate for the initial encounter for treatment of the injury.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S76.909Unsp injury of unsp musc/fasc/tend at thi lev, unsp thigh

S76.909A(current)

Crosswalks

959.6ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S76Injury of muscle, fascia and tendon at hip and thigh level S76.0Injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of hip S76.00Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of hip S76.001Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of right hip S76.001A