Partial traumatic amputation of l low leg, level unsp, subs

Partial traumatic amputation of left lower leg, level unspecified, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a partial traumatic amputation of the left lower leg that occurred due to an injury, where the specific level of the amputation is not documented. It indicates that the patient is in the healing phase of the injury, receiving follow-up care for the amputation.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for patients presenting for subsequent care related to a traumatic partial amputation of the left lower leg when the exact anatomical level of the amputation is not specified in the medical record. This includes wound care, prosthetic fitting, or rehabilitation following the initial injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "subsequent encounter" for appropriate use of the 7th character "D."
Verify that the amputation is indeed partial and traumatic, affecting the left lower leg.
If the level of amputation is specified, a more precise code from the S88.92- series should be used.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S88.922Partial traumatic amputation of left lower leg, level unsp

S88.922D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S88Traumatic amputation of lower leg S88.0Traumatic amputation at knee level S88.01Complete traumatic amputation at knee level S88.011Complete traumatic amputation at knee level, right lower leg S88.011AComplete traumatic amputation at knee level, r low leg, init