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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Anterior Medial Dislocation of the Left Knee

ICD-10 Coding for Anterior Medial Dislocation of the Left Knee

S83.136A
S83.116A

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for anterior medial dislocation of the left knee includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Medial Knee Dislocation
Anterior Knee Dislocation
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Anterior Medial Dislocation of the Left Knee

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Anterior Medial Dislocation of the Left Knee

Use ICD-10 code S83.136A for dislocation of knee, medial, left knee, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Dislocation of knee, medial, left knee, initial encounter

Billable Code
S83.136A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Documented medial displacement of tibia
documentation:
  • • Clear mention of medial dislocation in clinical notes

Applicable To

  • • Medial dislocation of the left knee

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the direction of dislocation clearly.

Dislocation of knee, anterior, left knee, initial encounter

Billable Code
S83.116A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Anterior drawer sign >10mm
  • • Posterior sag absent

Applicable To

  • • Anterior dislocation of the left knee

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the direction of dislocation clearly.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

S83.51xA

Sprain of medial collateral ligament (MCL), left knee

Use when there is an associated MCL injury.

S83.3xxA

Tear of meniscus (specify medial/lateral)

Use when there is an associated meniscal tear.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for anterior medial dislocation of the left knee?

The ICD-10 code for anterior medial dislocation of the left knee is S83.136A for medial dislocation and S83.116A for anterior dislocation, depending on the primary direction.

How should anterior medial knee dislocation be documented?

Document the direction, laterality, associated injuries, and reduction details. Include imaging findings to support the diagnosis.

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