ICD Code S99.912A

ICD code S99.912A is an unspecified injury of the left ankle, initial encounter.

1. Patient presents with an injury to the left ankle.

2. The specific nature of the injury (e.g., sprain, fracture, contusion) is not clearly identified or documented.

3. The encounter is the initial visit for evaluation and treatment of this injury.

4. No additional details are available to further specify the type of injury.

5. Symptoms may include pain, swelling, bruising, limited range of motion, or difficulty bearing weight on the left ankle.

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code S99.912A include:

- 99201–99205 (Office or other outpatient visit, new patient)

- 99211–99215 (Office or other outpatient visit, established patient)

- 73600 (Radiologic examination, ankle; 2 views)

- 73610 (Radiologic examination, ankle; complete, minimum of 3 views)

- 29405 (Application of short leg cast)

- 29515 (Application of short leg splint)

- 27786 (Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture, without manipulation)

- 27788 (Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture, with manipulation)

- 12001–12007 (Simple repair of superficial wounds of ankle/foot)

- 11042 (Debridement, subcutaneous tissue, first 20 sq cm)

CPT code selection should be based on the specific clinical scenario and services provided for ICD code S99.912A.

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