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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Right Patella Fracture

ICD-10 Coding for Right Patella Fracture

S82.021A
S82.041K

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

Also Known as:
Fracture of Right Kneecap
Right Patellar Fracture
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Right Patella Fracture

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Right Patella Fracture

Use ICD-10 code S82.021A for displaced longitudinal fracture of right patella, initial encounter for closed fracture, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Displaced longitudinal fracture of right patella, initial encounter for closed fracture

Billable Code
S82.021A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of a displaced longitudinal fracture confirmed by imaging

Applicable To

  • • Displaced fracture of right patella

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies fracture type and encounter type.

Displaced comminuted fracture of right patella, subsequent encounter with nonunion

Billable Code
S82.041K
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

    Applicable To

    • • Comminuted fracture of right patella

    Important Notes

    • • Ensure documentation specifies fracture type, encounter type, and healing status.
    Ancillary Codes

    Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

    W01.xxxA

    Fall on same level

    Use to specify the cause of the fracture.

    Z47.89

    Aftercare for orthopedic healing

    Use if no active fracture management is ongoing.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the ICD-10 code for a right patella fracture?

    The ICD-10 code for a displaced longitudinal fracture of the right patella, initial encounter, is S82.021A.

    How do you code a right patella fracture with nonunion?

    For a displaced comminuted fracture of the right patella with nonunion, use code S82.041K for subsequent encounters.

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