ICD Code S20.219A
ICD code S20.219A is for a contusion of the unspecified front wall of the thorax, initial encounter, used to classify and track this specific injury.
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What is ICD diagnosis code S20.219A
ICD code S20.219A is a diagnosis for a bruise (contusion) on an unspecified area of the front wall of the chest, documented during the patient's initial visit for this injury.
When to use ICD code S20.219A
1. Patient presents with a blunt injury to the chest area.
2. Physical examination reveals bruising, tenderness, or swelling on the anterior (front) wall of the thorax.
3. No evidence of rib fracture or internal organ injury upon imaging or clinical assessment.
4. The specific location on the front wall of the thorax cannot be further specified.
5. This is the patient’s initial encounter for evaluation and treatment of the injury.
6. Symptoms may include localized pain, discoloration, and mild swelling at the site of impact.
Billable CPT codes for ICD code S20.219A
Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code S20.219A include:
- 99281–99285 (Emergency department visit, new or established patient)
- 99201–99205 (Office or other outpatient visit, new patient)
- 99211–99215 (Office or other outpatient visit, established patient)
- 72040 (Radiologic examination, spine, cervical; 2 or 3 views)
- 71045 (Radiologic examination, chest; single view)
- 71046 (Radiologic examination, chest; 2 views)
- 20550 (Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis)
- 29580 (Application of Unna boot)
- 96372 (Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection; subcutaneous or intramuscular)
CPT code selection should be based on the specific services rendered and clinical documentation.
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