2021 ICD-10-CM Code S88.912
Complete traumatic amputation of left lower leg, level unspecified
Not Valid for Submission
S88.912 is a "header" nonspecific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of complete traumatic amputation of left lower leg, level unspecified. The code is NOT valid for the year 2021 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.
The ICD-10-CM code S88.912 might also be used to specify conditions or terms like bilateral traumatic amputation of legs at any level with complication, bilateral traumatic amputation of legs at any level without complication, bilateral traumatic amputation of lower limbs, bilateral traumatic amputation of lower limbs, open wound of lower limb without complication , traumatic bilateral amputation of leg with complication, etc.
Unspecified diagnosis codes like S88.912 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.
| ICD-10: | S88.912 |
| Short Description: | Complete traumatic amputation of left lower leg, level unsp |
| Long Description: | Complete traumatic amputation of left lower leg, level unspecified |
Code Classification
Specific Coding for Complete traumatic amputation of left lower leg, level unsp
Header codes like S88.912 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10 codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for complete traumatic amputation of left lower leg, level unsp:
Approximate Synonyms
The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:
- Bilateral traumatic amputation of legs at any level with complication
- Bilateral traumatic amputation of legs at any level without complication
- Bilateral traumatic amputation of lower limbs
- Bilateral traumatic amputation of lower limbs
- Open wound of lower limb without complication
- Traumatic bilateral amputation of leg with complication
Information for Patients
Limb Loss
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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- Leg or foot amputation - dressing change (Medical Encyclopedia)
- Phantom limb pain (Medical Encyclopedia)
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Code History
- 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 (First year ICD-10-CM implemented into the HIPAA code set)