Laceration of unsp msl/tnd at ank/ft level, left foot, init

Laceration of unspecified muscle and tendon at ankle and foot level, left foot, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This diagnosis code indicates a tear or cut in an unspecified muscle or tendon located in the left ankle or foot region. The injury is acute and represents the initial treatment for this specific laceration.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documentation confirms a laceration to a muscle or tendon in the left ankle or foot, but the specific muscle or tendon involved is not identified. This is appropriate for the initial visit where the injury is first evaluated and treated.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "left foot" and "initial encounter."
Only use this code when the specific muscle or tendon lacerated is truly unspecified.
If the specific muscle or tendon is identified, a more precise code from the S96.0-S96.8 series should be used.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S96.922Laceration of unsp msl/tnd at ank/ft level, left foot

S96.922A(current)

Crosswalks

891.2ApproxICD-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