Strain of intrinsic msl/tnd at ank/ft level, left foot, init

Strain of intrinsic muscle and tendon at ankle and foot level, left foot, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a muscle or tendon injury within the left foot itself, specifically a strain, rather than an injury to muscles or tendons that originate in the lower leg. This type of injury involves overstretching or tearing of the muscle fibers or tendon, leading to pain, swelling, and impaired function.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documenting an initial visit for a patient presenting with a strain of an intrinsic muscle or tendon located within the left foot. This includes injuries to structures like the plantar fascia, flexor hallucis brevis, or abductor digiti minimi, resulting from activities such as repetitive stress, sudden movements, or overuse.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the left foot and an intrinsic muscle/tendon.
Confirm this is the patient's first encounter for this specific injury to use the "A" (initial encounter) seventh character.
Distinguish from sprains (ligament injuries) or strains of extrinsic foot muscles/tendons (those originating in the lower leg).

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Code Hierarchy

▲S96.212Strain of intrinsic msl/tnd at ank/ft level, left foot

S96.212A(current)

Crosswalks

845.09ApproxICD-9 845.19ApproxICD-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 S96.001