Unsp injury of musc/fasc/tend at thi lev, left thigh, init

Unspecified injury of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at thigh level, left thigh, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies an injury to a muscle, fascia, or tendon in the left thigh that is not specifically identified, but is known to be one of the "other specified" structures beyond the major muscle groups. It indicates the initial treatment or evaluation for this particular injury.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documentation clearly states an injury to a muscle, fascia, or tendon in the left thigh, but the specific muscle/tendon/fascia is not named, and it's not one of the more common, separately classified thigh injuries. This is appropriate for the patient's first visit for this specific injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies "left thigh" and "initial encounter."
Only use this code when a more specific muscle, fascia, or tendon injury code is not available or documented.
Always query the provider for more specificity if the documentation is vague regarding the exact structure injured.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S76.802Unsp injury of musc/fasc/tend at thigh level, left thigh

S76.802A(current)

Crosswalks

959.6ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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