Traum rupture of unsp ligmt of l idx fngr at MCP/IP jt, init

Traumatic rupture of unspecified ligament of left index finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a complete tear or avulsion of any ligament supporting the left index finger's metacarpophalangeal (MCP) or interphalangeal (IP) joints, resulting from an acute injury. The specific ligament involved is not documented or identified.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents with a new, traumatic rupture of an unspecified ligament in the left index finger's MCP or IP joint. This is appropriate when the physician's documentation confirms a ligamentous tear but does not specify which particular ligament (e.g., collateral, volar plate) is affected.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly states "rupture" or "tear" of a ligament, not just a sprain.
Verify the injury is to the left index finger and involves either the MCP or IP joint.
Confirm this is the initial encounter for the injury; subsequent encounters will use different seventh characters.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S63.401Traum rupture of unsp ligament of l idx fngr at MCP/IP jt

S63.401A(current)

Crosswalks

842.19ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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