Traum rupt of volar plate of l mid finger at MCP/IP jt, init

Traumatic rupture of volar plate of left middle finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a traumatic tear of the volar plate in the left middle finger, specifically affecting both the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) and interphalangeal (IP) joints. The volar plate is a thick ligament that prevents hyperextension of the finger joints.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documenting an acute injury resulting in a rupture of the volar plate in the specified finger and joints. This typically occurs due to hyperextension or direct trauma to the finger. This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of the injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "left middle finger" and involvement of both "MCP and IP joints."
Verify the injury is traumatic and not a chronic or degenerative condition.
Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific injury. Subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S63.433Traum rupture of volar plate of l mid finger at MCP/IP jt

S63.433A(current)

Crosswalks

842.19ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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