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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Work-Related Injury

ICD-10 Coding for Work-Related Injury

S39.012A
W22.8XXA

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

Also Known as:
Occupational Injury
Job-Related Injury
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Work-Related Injury

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Work-Related Injury

Use ICD-10 code S39.012A for strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

Billable Code
S39.012A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of acute pain and limited mobility following a specific work-related activity

Applicable To

  • • Acute lumbar strain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the acute nature of the injury and the work-related activity involved.

Striking against or struck by other objects, initial encounter

Billable Code
W22.8XXA
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Injury from being struck by an object at work

Important Notes

  • • Ensure the documentation includes the specific object involved and the context of the incident.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z57.1

Occupational exposure to noise

Use when documenting exposure to noise as a contributing factor to the injury.

Y92.012

Industrial worksite

Use to specify the location of the injury.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a work-related injury?

ICD-10 codes for work-related injuries vary based on the specific injury, such as S39.012A for lumbar strain or W22.8XXA for being struck by an object.

How do you document a work-related injury?

Document the mechanism of injury, specific activity, and any equipment involved. Include detailed physical exam findings and diagnostic results.

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