Strain msl/tnd lng flxr msl toe at ank/ft lev, l foot, subs

Strain of muscle and tendon of long flexor muscle of toe at ankle and foot level, left foot, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a non-traumatic overstretching or tearing of the long flexor muscle and/or its tendon in the left foot, specifically at the ankle or foot level. This injury typically involves the muscles responsible for curling the toes (e.g., flexor hallucis longus, flexor digitorum longus). The "D" suffix indicates that this is a subsequent encounter for care after the initial treatment, such as during follow-up appointments or rehabilitation.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for follow-up visits, cast changes, medication adjustments, or physical therapy sessions for a patient previously diagnosed with a strain of the long flexor muscle/tendon in their left foot. This applies when the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase of the injury. Do not use for the initial diagnosis or for sequelae.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the left foot and the long flexor muscle/tendon group.
Confirm the encounter type is for subsequent care, not the initial injury or for complications/sequelae.
Distinguish between a strain (S96.01-) and a sprain (S93.-) or other types of injuries.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S96.012Strain msl/tnd lng flxr msl of toe at ank/ft level, l foot

S96.012D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S96Injury of muscle and tendon at ankle and foot level S96.0Injury of msl/tnd lng flexor muscle of toe at ank/ft level S96.00Unsp inj msl/tnd lng flexor muscle of toe at ank/ft level S96.001Unsp inj msl/tnd lng flxr msl of toe at ank/ft level, r foot S96.001A