Strain of unsp msl/tnd at ank/ft level, unsp foot, subs

Strain of unspecified muscle and tendon at ankle and foot level, unspecified foot, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a non-specific muscle or tendon strain affecting the ankle or foot, where the exact muscle or tendon involved is not documented. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this injury after the initial treatment phase.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient presents for ongoing management, physical therapy, or re-evaluation of an ankle or foot strain where the specific muscle or tendon affected was not identified or documented at the time of initial diagnosis. It is used when the laterality (left or right foot) is also unspecified.

💡Coding Tips

Only use this code for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use the 'A' seventh character.
Avoid this code if the specific muscle/tendon or laterality is known; opt for a more precise code.
Ensure documentation supports ongoing care for the strain, rather than a new injury.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S96.919Strain of unsp msl/tnd at ankle and foot level, unsp foot

S96.919D(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