icd 10 code for bilateral ankle sprain

by Celia Treutel MD 3 min read

ICD-10 | Sprain of ankle (S93. 4)

What is the ICD-10 code for right ankle sprain?

S93.401ASprain of unspecified ligament of right ankle, initial encounter. S93. 401A is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

How do you code a sprained ankle?

ICD-10-CM Code for Sprain of unspecified ligament of right ankle, initial encounter S93. 401A.

What is a Type 2 ankle sprain?

Grade 2: A more severe sprain, but incomplete tear with moderate pain, swelling and bruising. Although it feels somewhat stable, the damaged areas are tender to the touch and walking is painful. Grade 3: This is a complete tear of the affected ligament(s) with severe swelling and bruising.

What is ICD-10 code for bilateral foot pain?

M79. 671 is the code for bilateral foot or heel pain, or pain in the right foot. M79. 672 is the code for pain in the left foot or heel.

What is the ICD-10 code for overexertion?

X50.0XXA2022 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code X50. 0XXA: Overexertion from strenuous movement or load, initial encounter.

What is the ICD-10 code for twisting injury?

Accidental twist by another person The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM W50. 2 became effective on October 1, 2021.

What is a grade 3 ankle sprain?

Grade 3 sprain It means that the ligament is completely torn or ruptured. You experience severe swelling and bruising. The joint probably isn't functional because it's too unstable, and movement creates intense pain. If you have a grade 3 sprain in the ankle, for example, walking usually isn't possible.

What is a 3rd degree sprain?

A third-degree sprain occurs when the ligament has torn. It is normally accompanied by a popping sound and can be very painful. There will be swelling, bruising, and an inability to bear weight on the foot. A visit to your doctor will be required, and you may need a cast or brace.

What are the grades of ankle sprains?

There are three types of ankle sprains based on how much ligament damage occurred:Grade 1 (Mild). The ligament fibers stretched slightly or there is a very small tear. ... Grade 2 (Moderate). The ligament is torn, but it isn't a complete tear. ... Grade 3 (Severe). The ligament is torn completely.Oct 26, 2021

What is the ICD-10 code for ankle pain?

Pain in unspecified ankle and joints of unspecified foot M25. 579 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM M25. 579 became effective on October 1, 2021.

What is code M79 671?

ICD-10 | Pain in right foot (M79. 671)

What is the ICD-10 code for foot pain?

2022 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M79. 67: Pain in foot and toes.

What is a sprained ankle?

A sprained ankle, also known as an ankle sprain, twisted ankle, rolled ankle, floppy ankle, ankle injury or ankle ligament injury, is a common medical condition where one or more of the ligaments of the ankle is torn or partially torn.

What does "type 2 excludes" mean?

Type-2 Excludes means the excluded conditions are different, although they may appear similar. A patient may have both conditions, but one does not include the other. Excludes 2 means "not coded here."

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