Injury of lateral plantar nerve, right leg, init encntr

This diagnosis code signifies damage to the lateral plantar nerve in the right foot, which is a branch of the tibial nerve. This injury can result in pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness affecting the sole of the foot, particularly the little toe and outer aspect of the fourth toe.

Apply this code when documenting an initial presentation of a patient with a newly diagnosed injury to the right lateral plantar nerve. This includes cases such as nerve compression, contusion, or laceration affecting this specific nerve.

• Ensure documentation specifies the right leg and the lateral plantar nerve.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific injury, not a subsequent visit for follow-up care.
• Look for details on the mechanism of injury to support the diagnosis.