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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Soft Tissue Injury

ICD-10 Coding for Soft Tissue Injury

S60.021A
M79.81
L89.016

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

Also Known as:
STI
Soft Tissue Damage
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Soft Tissue Injury

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Soft Tissue Injury

Use ICD-10 code S60.021A for contusion of right index finger without damage to nail, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Contusion of right index finger without damage to nail, initial encounter

Billable Code
S60.021A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of contusion without nail damage

Applicable To

  • • Bruise of right index finger

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'without nail damage'.

Nontraumatic hematoma of soft tissue

Billable Code
M79.81
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Ultrasound confirming hematoma
  • • Negative trauma history

Applicable To

  • • Hematoma without trauma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'nontraumatic'.

Pressure-induced deep tissue damage of right elbow

Billable Code
L89.016
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documentation of pressure-induced damage
  • • Stage and location specified

Applicable To

  • • Pressure ulcer of right elbow

Important Notes

  • • Ensure to document the stage and location accurately.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

E11.51

Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy with gangrene

Use to indicate underlying conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a soft tissue injury?

The ICD-10 code for a soft tissue injury varies based on the specific injury and location, such as S60.021A for a contusion of the right index finger.

How do you document a soft tissue injury?

Document a soft tissue injury by specifying the location, type, and severity of the injury, supported by imaging or clinical findings.

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