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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Left ACL Tear

ICD-10 Coding for Left ACL Tear

S83.512A

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

Also Known as:
Left Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear
Left ACL Rupture
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Left ACL Tear

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Left ACL Tear

Use ICD-10 code S83.512A for sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter

Billable Code
S83.512A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • MRI shows complete tear of ACL
documentation:
  • • Documentation specifies 'complete tear' or 'rupture'

Applicable To

  • • Complete tear of left ACL
  • • Rupture of left ACL

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'complete tear' for accurate coding.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

S83.2XXA

Tear of meniscus, current injury

Use when there is a concurrent meniscal tear.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a left ACL tear?

The ICD-10 code for a left ACL tear is S83.512A, used for initial encounters with a complete tear confirmed by MRI.

How do you code a chronic left ACL tear?

For chronic left ACL tears, use the ICD-10 code M23.5-, indicating chronic instability of the knee.

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