icd 9 code for pulled groin

by Dr. Destiney Hayes PhD 9 min read

Short description: Sprain hip & thigh NOS. ICD-9-CM 843.9 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 843.9 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015.

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How do you tell if you pulled your groin?

You may have pulled your groin if you experience the following symptoms in your groin area: First degree: Mild pain with slight issues with movement or strength. Second degree: Moderate pain accompanied by tissue damage and mild to moderate strength loss. Third degree: Severe pain with a maximum loss of strength and function due to a fully torn ...

What causes a pulled groin?

This typically occurs in overweight or pregnant people, but it can also be seen in:

  • People with diabetes
  • People who've been exposed to lead paint
  • People who were injured by a seatbelt in a car accident

How do you treat pulled muscle in groin?

Groin strain can be treated using the RICE method: Rest (R): Depending on the grade of the injury, you need to rest the area. Ice (I): Using ice packs or ice massages can help reduce swelling or pain. Compression (C): Use an elastic wrap to support the groin and reduce swelling.

Do you need crutches for a pulled groin?

Use crutches or a cane as directed. Ice your groin to help decrease swelling and pain. Put crushed ice in a plastic bag and cover it with a towel. Put the ice on your groin for 15 to 20 minutes every hour. Do this for as many days as directed. Your healthcare provider will teach you how to wrap your groin with an elastic bandage or tape.

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What is the ICD 10 code for right groin strain?

Strain of adductor muscle, fascia and tendon of right thigh, initial encounter. S76. 211A 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 S76.

What is ICD 10 code for groin strain?

S76.811AFor groin strains, depending on location, consider S76. 811A Strain of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at thigh level, right thigh, initial encounter, S76. 812A Strain of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at thigh level, left thigh, initial encounter, or S76.

What is the ICD 9 code for groin pain?

You are viewing the 2013 version of ICD-9-CM 848.8. More recent version(s) of ICD-9-CM 848.8: 2014 2015.

What is the ICD 9 code for muscle strain?

SPRAINS AND STRAINS OF JOINTS AND ADJACENT MUSCLES ICD-9 Code range 840-848.

What is the groin muscle called?

adductorsThe groin consists of a group of muscles called the adductors. These muscles include the pectineus, gracilis, adductor brevis, adductor longus, and adductor magnus. While there are multiple muscles that make up the groin, they commonly work together as a single unit.

What is an inguinal strain?

A groin strain is an injury that happens when you tear or overstretch (pull) a groin muscle. The groin muscles are in the area on either side of the body in the folds where the belly joins the legs. You can strain a groin muscle during exercise, such as running, skating, kicking in soccer, or playing basketball.

Where is a women's groin area?

The groin area is located at the same place in men and women—at the junction where the upper body or abdomen meets the thigh. It is an area of the hip and is comprised of five muscles that work together to move your leg. The groin area can become painful and cause discomfort because of physical activities and sports.

What does right groin pain mean?

Groin pain can have many potential causes, including muscle strain, inguinal hernia, and kidney stones. Many causes are related to hip injuries or osteoarthritis. Less commonly, the pain may be related to nerves or have testicular origins. Rarely, it may be caused by an infection or tumor.

What are ICD-9 procedure codes?

ICD-9-CM is the official system of assigning codes to diagnoses and procedures associated with hospital utilization in the United States. The ICD-9 was used to code and classify mortality data from death certificates until 1999, when use of ICD-10 for mortality coding started.

What is the ICD-10 code for muscle strain?

Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of abdomen, initial encounter. S39. 011A is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What is the ICD-9 code for hip pain?

ICD-9-CM 719.45 converts approximately to: 2022 ICD-10-CM M25. 559 Pain in unspecified hip.

What is the ICD-9 code for leg pain?

2012 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 729.5 : Pain in limb.