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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Hand Strain

ICD-10 Coding for Hand Strain

S66.521A

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for hand strain includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Hand Muscle Strain
Hand Tendon Strain
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Hand Strain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Hand Strain

Use ICD-10 code S66.521A for strain of extensor muscle, fascia and tendon of right hand at wrist and hand level, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Strain of extensor muscle, fascia and tendon of right hand at wrist and hand level, initial encounter

Billable Code
S66.521A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of pain on resisted wrist extension and ultrasound findings of tendon involvement.

Applicable To

  • • Strain of extensor muscles of the hand

Important Notes

  • • Ensure to document the specific muscle group affected and the mechanism of injury.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Y93.22

Activity, weightlifting

Use to specify the activity during which the injury occurred, especially for occupational injuries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for hand strain?

The ICD-10 code for a strain of the extensor muscle of the right hand is S66.521A, which is used for initial encounters.

How do you document a hand strain?

Document the specific muscle or tendon involved, the mechanism of injury, and any imaging results to support the diagnosis.

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