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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Left Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture

ICD-10 Coding for Left Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture

S82.832A

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

Also Known as:
Trimalleolar Fracture of the Left Ankle
Left Ankle Trimalleolar Fracture
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Left Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Left Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture

Use ICD-10 code S82.832A for displaced trimalleolar fracture of left lower fibula, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Displaced trimalleolar fracture of left lower fibula, initial encounter

Billable Code
S82.832A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of fractures in medial, lateral, and posterior malleoli confirmed by imaging.
documentation:
  • • Explicit mention of displacement and laterality in clinical notes.

Applicable To

  • • Displaced fracture of medial, lateral, and posterior malleoli

Important Notes

  • • Ensure clear documentation of all three malleoli being fractured and any surgical interventions performed.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

27823

Open treatment of trimalleolar fracture with posterior lip fixation

Use when surgical fixation of the posterior malleolus is performed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a left trimalleolar ankle fracture?

The ICD-10 code for a displaced trimalleolar fracture of the left lower fibula is S82.832A, used for initial encounters.

How is a trimalleolar fracture different from a bimalleolar fracture?

A trimalleolar fracture involves the medial, lateral, and posterior malleoli, while a bimalleolar fracture involves only two malleoli.

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