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

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

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a laceration, or a deep cut, affecting an unspecified muscle or tendon in the left ankle or foot. The "subsequent encounter" designation indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this injury after the initial treatment. This could involve wound care, physical therapy, or monitoring for complications.

🎯When to Use

Use this code when documenting ongoing care for a patient who previously sustained a laceration to an unidentifiable muscle or tendon in their left ankle or foot. This applies to visits for dressing changes, suture removal, assessment of healing, or rehabilitation. It is appropriate after the initial acute phase of injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "left foot" and that the muscle/tendon involved is not specified.
Verify that the encounter is indeed subsequent to the initial injury treatment.
Pair with an external cause code (V00-Y99) to describe the circumstances of the injury, if known and applicable.

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Code Hierarchy

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

S96.922D(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