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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Left Thumb Sprain

ICD-10 Coding for Left Thumb Sprain

S63.642A
S63.602A

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

Also Known as:
Thumb Ligament Injury
Gamekeeper's Thumb
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Left Thumb Sprain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Left Thumb Sprain

Use ICD-10 code S63.642A for sprain of metacarpophalangeal joint of left thumb, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Sprain of metacarpophalangeal joint of left thumb, initial encounter

Billable Code
S63.642A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of MCP joint instability and tenderness
documentation:
  • • Documentation of joint involvement and encounter type

Applicable To

  • • Ulnar collateral ligament injury

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the joint involved and any associated injuries.

Unspecified sprain of left thumb, initial encounter

Billable Code
S63.602A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Generalized thumb pain and swelling

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using unspecified codes if more specific information is available.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

S61.0-

Open wound of thumb

Use if there is an open wound associated with the sprain.

S62.5-

Fracture of thumb

Use if there is a fracture, such as an avulsion fracture, associated with the sprain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a left thumb sprain?

The ICD-10 code for a left thumb sprain, specifically at the metacarpophalangeal joint, is S63.642A for the initial encounter.

How do you document a left thumb sprain?

Document the specific joint involved, mechanism of injury, physical exam findings, and any imaging results. Include encounter type for accurate coding.

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