Contracture, right foot

This code signifies a fixed resistance to passive stretch of the soft tissues around the right foot, leading to a limitation in the range of motion of the foot and ankle joints. This can result from muscle shortening, joint capsule thickening, or scar tissue formation, impairing normal foot function.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a contracture affecting the right foot. This typically includes findings such as limited dorsiflexion, plantarflexion, inversion, or eversion of the right foot, often noted during physical examination or described in operative reports for contracture release.

• Ensure laterality is explicitly documented as "right foot" to support this specific code.
• Distinguish from muscle spasm or spasticity, which are temporary and not fixed limitations of range of motion.
• Look for underlying causes (e.g., M24.574 secondary to cerebral palsy, trauma, or prolonged immobilization) and code them additionally if applicable.