Sprain of tarsometatarsal ligament of unsp foot, subs encntr

This code signifies a sprain of the ligaments connecting the tarsal bones to the metatarsal bones in the foot, where the specific foot (left or right) is not documented. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for an injury that occurred previously, rather than the initial treatment.

Apply this code for patients presenting for ongoing management, physical therapy, or follow-up appointments related to a tarsometatarsal ligament sprain. This includes situations where the initial injury has already been diagnosed and treated, and the current encounter is for continued recovery or assessment of healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly indicates a subsequent encounter for the sprain.
• If the laterality (left or right foot) is specified in the medical record, use a more specific code.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the injury; refer to the "initial encounter" codes.