Periprosth fracture around internal prosth l knee jt, init

Periprosthetic fracture around internal prosthetic left knee joint, initial encounter

AIClinical Context

Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture that occurs in the bone surrounding an implanted prosthetic knee joint on the patient's left side. This specific code is for the initial treatment of such a fracture, indicating the patient is presenting for the first time with this injury.

When to Use

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed fracture adjacent to a previously implanted left knee prosthesis. Documentation should clearly state the location of the fracture relative to the prosthesis, the affected side (left), and confirm that this is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific fracture.

Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "left" knee and clarifies the fracture is "periprosthetic" (around the prosthesis).
Do not confuse with fractures of the prosthesis itself or fractures unrelated to the prosthetic joint.
Requires an additional code for the type of fracture (e.g., S82.892A for other specified fracture of left lower leg).

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