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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Sprain of Right Knee

ICD-10 Coding for Sprain of Right Knee

S83.511A
S83.521A

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

Also Known as:
Right Knee Ligament Injury
Right Knee ACL Sprain
Right Knee PCL Sprain
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Sprain of Right Knee

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Sprain of Right Knee

Use ICD-10 code S83.511A for sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter

Billable Code
S83.511A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Positive Lachman test and MRI confirmation

Applicable To

  • • Acute ACL sprain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies ACL involvement and encounter type.

Sprain of posterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter

Billable Code
S83.521A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • MRI showing PCL discontinuity
  • • Positive posterior drawer test

Applicable To

  • • Acute PCL sprain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies PCL involvement and encounter type.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M25.561

Chronic pain in right knee

Use for chronic pain management post-sprain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a right knee ACL sprain?

The ICD-10 code for a right knee ACL sprain is S83.511A, used for initial encounters with clinical confirmation.

How do you code a PCL sprain of the right knee?

For a PCL sprain of the right knee, use ICD-10 code S83.521A for initial encounters with clinical confirmation.

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