Complete traumatic amp of unsp foot at ankle level, subs

Complete traumatic amputation of unspecified foot at ankle level, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a complete traumatic separation of an entire foot from the ankle joint, resulting from an injury. It specifically indicates that the patient is in the healing phase following the initial amputation, or receiving routine care for the amputation site.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who has undergone a complete traumatic amputation of an unspecified foot at the ankle. This includes wound care, prosthetic fitting, or management of complications related to the amputation site after the initial treatment.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly states a complete traumatic amputation at the ankle level.
Verify the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the injury.
Confirm the laterality of the foot is not specified in the medical record to use the "unspecified" designation.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S98.019Complete traumatic amputation of unsp foot at ankle level

S98.019D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S98Traumatic amputation of ankle and foot S98.0Traumatic amputation of foot at ankle level S98.01Complete traumatic amputation of foot at ankle level S98.011Complete traumatic amputation of right foot at ankle level S98.011A