Injury of medial plantar nerve, left leg, initial encounter

This diagnosis code signifies damage to the medial plantar nerve in the patient's left foot or ankle, occurring for the first time. This nerve is crucial for sensation and muscle function in the sole of the foot. Such an injury can result in pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the arch and toes.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates an acute injury to the left medial plantar nerve, such as from trauma, compression, or laceration. This is appropriate for the initial evaluation and treatment of the nerve damage.

• Ensure laterality (left) is explicitly documented.
• Verify the encounter is indeed the initial treatment for this specific injury.
• Distinguish from other plantar nerve injuries (e.g., lateral plantar nerve) based on provider documentation.