S68.51 ICD 10 Code is a non-billable and non-specific code and should not be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. There are other codes below it with greater level of diagnosis detail. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Codes
- S68.511 Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of right thumb
- S68.511A Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of right thumb, initial encounter
- S68.511D Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of right thumb, subsequent encounter
- S68.511S Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of right thumb, sequela
- S68.512 Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of left thumb
- S68.512A Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of left thumb, initial encounter
- S68.512D Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of left thumb, subsequent encounter
- S68.512S Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of left thumb, sequela
- S68.519 Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of unspecified thumb
- S68.519A Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of unspecified thumb, initial encounter
- S68.519D Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of unspecified thumb, subsequent encounter
- S68.519S Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of unspecified thumb, sequela
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to S68.51 ICD10 Code:
- S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
- S60-S69 Injuries to the wrist, hand and fingers
- S68 Traumatic amputation of wrist, hand and fingers
- S68.0 Traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of thumb
- S68.1 Traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of other and unspecified finger
- S68.4 Traumatic amputation of hand at wrist level
- S68.5 Traumatic transphalangeal amputation of thumb
- S68.6 Traumatic transphalangeal amputation of other and unspecified finger
- S68.7 Traumatic transmetacarpal amputation of hand
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
S68.51 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about S68.51 ICD 10 code
People can lose all or part of an arm or leg for a number of reasons. Common ones include:
- Problems with blood circulation. These may be the result of atherosclerosis or diabetes. Severe cases may result in amputation.
- Injuries, including from traffic accidents and military combat
- Cancer
- Birth defects
Some amputees have phantom pain, which is the feeling of pain in the missing limb. Other physical problems include surgical complications and skin problems, if you wear an artificial limb. Many amputees use an artificial limb. Learning how to use it takes time. Physical therapy can help you adapt.
Recovery from the loss of a limb can be hard. Sadness, anger, and frustration are common. If you are having a tough time, talk to your doctor. Treatment with medicine or counseling can help.
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