Strain msl/tnd lng flxr msl toe at ank/ft lev, r foot, subs

Strain of muscle and tendon of long flexor muscle of toe at ankle and foot level, right foot, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a non-traumatic injury to the long flexor muscle and its tendon in the right foot, specifically at the ankle or foot level, that has occurred previously and is now being treated during a follow-up visit. This type of injury involves overstretching or tearing of the muscle fibers or tendon, leading to pain, swelling, and impaired function of the toes.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for a patient presenting for a follow-up appointment for a previously diagnosed strain of the long flexor muscle/tendon in their right foot. This includes visits for physical therapy, re-evaluation of symptoms, or medication adjustments after the initial injury has been assessed.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the "subsequent encounter" for the injury.
Verify the laterality is accurately documented as the "right foot."
Confirm the injury is to the long flexor muscle/tendon of the toe, not other foot muscles.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S96.011Strain msl/tnd lng flxr msl of toe at ank/ft level, r foot

S96.011D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S96Injury of muscle and tendon at ankle and foot level S96.0Injury of msl/tnd lng flexor muscle of toe at ank/ft level S96.00Unsp inj msl/tnd lng flexor muscle of toe at ank/ft level S96.001Unsp inj msl/tnd lng flxr msl of toe at ank/ft level, r foot S96.001A