ICD Code S22.41XA

ICD code S22.41XA is multiple fractures of ribs on the right side, for a patient’s first visit for treatment of a closed (not open) fracture.

1. Patient presents with trauma to the chest.

2. Imaging (such as X-ray or CT scan) confirms fractures involving more than one rib.

3. Fractures are located on the right side of the rib cage.

4. No open wounds or external penetration at the fracture sites (closed fracture).

5. This is the patient’s first encounter for evaluation and treatment of these rib fractures.

6. Clinical symptoms may include localized chest pain, tenderness on palpation, difficulty breathing, and possible crepitus over the affected ribs.

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code S22.41XA include:

- 21800 (Closed treatment of rib fracture, uncomplicated, each)

- 21805 (Open treatment of rib fracture, includes internal fixation, each)

- 32551 (Tube thoracostomy, includes water seal)

- 32554 (Thoracentesis, puncture of pleural cavity for aspiration, initial or subsequent)

- 32556 (Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with imaging guidance)

- 99456 (Work related or medical disability examination by other than the treating physician)

CPT code selection depends on the specific procedures performed during the treatment of S22.41XA.

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