Contusion of unsp lesser toe(s) w damage to nail, init

Contusion of unspecified lesser toe(s) with damage to nail, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a bruise to any of the lesser toes (i.e., toes 2-5) where there is also observable damage to the toenail, such as a subungual hematoma or avulsion. It indicates that the injury is new or actively being treated.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for patients presenting with a recent injury to a lesser toe resulting in both soft tissue contusion and nail plate involvement. This is appropriate for the initial visit where the injury is first diagnosed and treatment is initiated.

💡Coding Tips

Requires documentation of both a contusion and nail damage on a lesser toe.
The 7th character 'A' specifies an initial encounter for active treatment.
Later encounters for routine healing or sequelae will require different 7th characters.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S90.229Contusion of unspecified lesser toe(s) with damage to nail

S90.229A(current)

Crosswalks

924.3ApproxICD-9 924.3ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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