Traumatic amputation of foot (complete) (partial), bilateral, without mention of complication

This code signifies the complete or partial traumatic severance of both feet from the body. It specifically refers to an injury caused by external force, resulting in the loss of the foot or a portion of it on both sides. The absence of any immediate complications, such as infection or delayed healing, is also indicated.

Use this code for patients presenting with a traumatic amputation affecting both feet, confirmed by physical examination and imaging. Documentation should clearly state the bilateral nature of the injury and explicitly mention the absence of complications at the time of initial assessment. This code is appropriate for initial encounters following such an injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "bilateral" and "without mention of complication" to support this specific code.
• Distinguish from unilateral amputations, which would require a different code.
• If complications (e.g., infection, delayed healing) are present, a more specific code from the 896 series would be appropriate.