S88.021 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
- S88.021A Partial traumatic amputation at knee level, right lower leg, initial encounter
- S88.021D Partial traumatic amputation at knee level, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
- S88.021S Partial traumatic amputation at knee level, right lower leg, sequela
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to S88.021 ICD10 Code:
- S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
- S80-S89 Injuries to the knee and lower leg
- S88 Traumatic amputation of lower leg
- S88.0 Traumatic amputation at knee level
- S88.01 Complete traumatic amputation at knee level
- S88.02 Partial traumatic amputation at knee level
- S88.1 Traumatic amputation at level between knee and ankle
- S88.11 Complete traumatic amputation at level between knee and ankle
- S88.12 Partial traumatic amputation at level between knee and ankle
- S88.9 Traumatic amputation of lower leg, level unspecified
- S88.91 Complete traumatic amputation of lower leg, level unspecified
- S88.92 Partial traumatic amputation of lower leg, level unspecified
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
S88.021 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about S88.021 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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