Laceration of right quadriceps musc/fasc/tend, init

Laceration of right quadriceps muscle, fascia and tendon, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a tear or cut in the quadriceps muscle, its surrounding fibrous tissue (fascia), and/or its tendinous attachments in the right thigh. This injury typically results in pain, swelling, and impaired leg function.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for the initial treatment of an acute injury involving a laceration to the right quadriceps muscle group, fascia, or tendon. This includes injuries sustained from trauma such as deep cuts, punctures, or avulsions.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies the right leg and involvement of the quadriceps muscle, fascia, and/or tendon.
Confirm this is the patient's first encounter for this specific injury.
Look for details regarding the depth and extent of the laceration in the clinical notes.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S76.121Laceration of right quadriceps muscle, fascia and tendon

S76.121A(current)

Crosswalks

890.2ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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