2021 ICD-10-CM Code S92.502
Displaced unspecified fracture of left lesser toe(s)
Not Valid for Submission
S92.502 is a "header" nonspecific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of displaced unspecified fracture of left lesser toe(s). 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 S92.502 might also be used to specify conditions or terms like closed fracture of epiphyseal plate of lesser toe, closed fracture of epiphyseal plate of phalanx of lesser toe of left foot, closed fracture of phalanx of left foot, closed fracture of phalanx of left lesser toe, open fracture of phalanx of left foot , open fracture of phalanx of lesser toe, etc.
Unspecified diagnosis codes like S92.502 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: | S92.502 |
| Short Description: | Displaced unspecified fracture of left lesser toe(s) |
| Long Description: | Displaced unspecified fracture of left lesser toe(s) |
Code Classification
Specific Coding for Displaced unspecified fracture of left lesser toe(s)
Header codes like S92.502 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 displaced unspecified fracture of left lesser toe(s):
- S92.502A - ... initial encounter for closed fracture
- S92.502B - ... initial encounter for open fracture
- S92.502D - ... subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S92.502G - ... subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
- S92.502K - ... subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
- S92.502P - ... subsequent encounter for fracture with malunion
- S92.502S - ... sequela
Approximate Synonyms
The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:
- Closed fracture of epiphyseal plate of lesser toe
- Closed fracture of epiphyseal plate of phalanx of lesser toe of left foot
- Closed fracture of phalanx of left foot
- Closed fracture of phalanx of left lesser toe
- Open fracture of phalanx of left foot
- Open fracture of phalanx of lesser toe
- Open fracture of phalanx of lesser toe of left foot
- Open wound of lesser toe of left foot
Information for Patients
Fractures
Also called: Broken bone
A fracture is a break, usually in a bone. If the broken bone punctures the skin, it is called an open or compound fracture. Fractures commonly happen because of car accidents, falls, or sports injuries. Other causes are low bone density and osteoporosis, which cause weakening of the bones. Overuse can cause stress fractures, which are very small cracks in the bone.
Symptoms of a fracture are
- Intense pain
- Deformity - the limb looks out of place
- Swelling, bruising, or tenderness around the injury
- Numbness and tingling
- Problems moving a limb
You need to get medical care right away for any fracture. An x-ray can tell if your bone is broken. You may need to wear a cast or splint. Sometimes you need surgery to put in plates, pins or screws to keep the bone in place.
- Broken bone (Medical Encyclopedia)
- Closed reduction of a fractured bone (Medical Encyclopedia)
- Closed reduction of a fractured bone - aftercare (Medical Encyclopedia)
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Toe Injuries and Disorders
Fourteen of the 26 bones in your feet are in your toes. The toes, particularly your big toe, help you move and keep your balance. Playing sports, running, stubbing your toe, and dropping something on your foot can damage your toes. Wearing shoes that are too loose or too tight can also cause toe problems. Certain diseases, such as severe arthritis, can cause toe problems and pain. Gout often causes pain in the big toe.
Common toe problems include
- Corns and bunions
- Ingrown toenails
- Sprains and dislocations
- Fractures
Treatments for toe injuries and disorders vary. They might include shoe inserts or special shoes, padding, taping, medicines, rest, and in severe cases, surgery.
- Broken toe - self care (Medical Encyclopedia)
- Bunion removal (Medical Encyclopedia)
- Bunions (Medical Encyclopedia)
- Clubbing of the fingers or toes (Medical Encyclopedia)
- Hammer toe (Medical Encyclopedia)
- Hammer toe repair (Medical Encyclopedia)
- Hammer toe repair - discharge (Medical Encyclopedia)
- Polydactyly (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)