2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S83.00
Unspecified subluxation and dislocation of patella
- ICD-10-CM Code:
- S83.00
- ICD-10 Code for:
- Unspecified subluxation and dislocation of patella
- Is Billable?
- Not Valid for Submission
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S83.00 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of unspecified subluxation and dislocation of patella. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2024 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.
Unspecified diagnosis codes like S83.00 are acceptable when clinical information is unknown or not available about a particular condition. Although a more specific code is preferable, unspecified codes should be used when such codes most accurately reflect what is known about a patient's condition. Specific diagnosis codes should not be used if not supported by the patient's medical record.
Specific Coding Applicable to Unspecified subluxation and dislocation of patella
Non-specific codes like S83.00 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10-CM codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for unspecified subluxation and dislocation of patella:
S83.001 for Unspecified subluxation of right patella - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.001A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.001D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.001S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S83.002 for Unspecified subluxation of left patella - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.002A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.002D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.002S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S83.003 for Unspecified subluxation of unspecified patella - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.003A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.003D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.003S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S83.004 for Unspecified dislocation of right patella - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.004A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.004D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.004S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S83.005 for Unspecified dislocation of left patella - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.005A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.005D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.005S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S83.006 for Unspecified dislocation of unspecified patella - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.006A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.006D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S83.006S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
Coding Guidelines
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments of knee (S83). Use the following options for the aplicable episode of care:
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Index to Diseases and Injuries References
The following annotation back-references for this diagnosis code are found in the injuries and diseases index. The Index to Diseases and Injuries is an alphabetical listing of medical terms, with each term mapped to one or more ICD-10-CM code(s).
- - Subluxation - See Also: Dislocation;
- - patella - S83.00
Patient Education
Dislocations
Dislocations are joint injuries that force the ends of your bones out of position. The cause is often a fall or a blow, sometimes from playing a contact sport. You can dislocate your ankles, knees, shoulders, hips, elbows and jaw. You can also dislocate your finger and toe joints. Dislocated joints often are swollen, very painful and visibly out of place. You may not be able to move it.
A dislocated joint is an emergency. If you have one, seek medical attention. Treatment depends on which joint you dislocate and the severity of the injury. It might include manipulations to reposition your bones, medicine, a splint or sling, and rehabilitation. When properly repositioned, a joint will usually function and move normally again in a few weeks. Once you dislocate a shoulder or kneecap, you are more likely to dislocate it again. Wearing protective gear during sports may help prevent dislocations.
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Knee Injuries and Disorders
Your knee joint is made up of bone, cartilage, ligaments and fluid. Muscles and tendons help the knee joint move. When any of these structures is hurt or diseased, you have knee problems. Knee problems can cause pain and difficulty walking.
Knee problems are very common, and they occur in people of all ages. Knee problems can interfere with many things, from participation in sports to simply getting up from a chair and walking. This can have a big impact on your life.
The most common disease affecting the knee is osteoarthritis. The cartilage in the knee gradually wears away, causing pain and swelling.
Injuries to ligaments and tendons also cause knee problems. A common injury is to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). You usually injure your ACL by a sudden twisting motion. ACL and other knee injuries are common sports injuries.
Treatment of knee problems depends on the cause. In some cases your doctor may recommend knee replacement.
NIH: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
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Code History
- FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
- FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
- FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
- FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
- FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
- FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
- FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
- FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
- FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016. This was the first year ICD-10-CM was implemented into the HIPAA code set.