ICD Code S80.212A
ICD code S80.212A is used to identify an initial encounter for an abrasion of the left knee in medical records and documentation.
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What is ICD diagnosis code S80.212A
ICD code S80.212A is an abrasion of the left knee, initial encounter.
When to use ICD code S80.212A
1. Presence of a superficial wound or scrape on the skin surface of the left knee
2. Evidence of skin loss limited to the epidermis and possibly superficial dermis, without deeper tissue involvement
3. No signs of infection or foreign body retention at the site
4. Patient presents for initial evaluation and treatment of the injury
5. History of recent trauma or friction to the left knee resulting in visible abrasion
6. Absence of associated fractures, dislocations, or significant soft tissue damage
Billable CPT codes for ICD code S80.212A
Relevant CPT codes for ICD code S80.212A include:
- 12001 (Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities, including hands and feet; 2.5 cm or less)
- 12002 (Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities, including hands and feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm)
- 97597 (Removal of devitalized tissue from wound(s); selective debridement, without anesthesia, up to 20 sq cm)
- 97598 (Removal of devitalized tissue from wound(s); each additional 20 sq cm)
- 99202–99205 (New patient office or other outpatient visit, depending on complexity)
- 99212–99215 (Established patient office or other outpatient visit, depending on complexity)
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