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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Foreign Body in Left Foot

ICD-10 Coding for Foreign Body in Left Foot

S90.852A
M79.57

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for foreign body in left foot includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Left Foot Foreign Object
Retained Object in Left Foot
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Foreign Body in Left Foot

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Foreign Body in Left Foot

Use ICD-10 code S90.852A for superficial foreign body, left foot, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Superficial foreign body, left foot, initial encounter

Billable Code
S90.852A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of a superficial foreign body confirmed by physical exam or imaging.

Applicable To

  • • Splinter in plantar skin

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the encounter type and laterality.

Residual foreign body in soft tissue, ankle and foot

Non-Billable
M79.57
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Chronic foreign body in foot

Important Notes

  • • Ensure chronicity is documented in the patient's record.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z18.0

Retained metal/foreign body

Use if the foreign body is metallic and retained.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a foreign body in the left foot?

The ICD-10 code for a superficial foreign body in the left foot is S90.852A for the initial encounter.

How do you code a retained foreign body in the foot?

Use M79.57 for residual foreign bodies in the soft tissue of the foot, especially for chronic conditions.

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