T79.A19A ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Traumatic compartment syndrome of unspecified upper extremity, initial encounter for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Short description for T79.A19A ICD 10 code:

Traumatic compartment syndrome of unsp upper extremity, init


Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

T79.A19A ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting

Clinical information about T79.A19A ICD 10 code

Your muscles help you move and help your body work. Different types of muscles have different jobs. There are many problems that can affect muscles. Muscle disorders can cause weakness, pain or even paralysis.

Causes of muscle disorders include:

  • Injury or overuse, such as sprains or strains, cramps or tendinitis
  • A genetic disorder, such as muscular dystrophy
  • Some cancers
  • Inflammation, such as myositis
  • Diseases of nerves that affect muscles
  • Infections
  • Certain medicines

Sometimes the cause of muscle disorders is unknown.

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