Left Ankle Pain ICD-10-CM Codes
Read this short guide and learn about left ankle pain ICD codes you can use.
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What left ankle pain ICD codes can I use?
Here are some left ankle pain ICD codes that you can use:
- M25.572 - Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a person confirmed to have pain in their left ankle and the joints of their left foot. This is the most specific code you can use for left ankle pain, specifically general pain.
- S96.912A - Strain of unspecified muscle and tendon at ankle and foot level, left foot, initial encounter
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a person confirmed to have a strain in an unspecified muscle and tendon somewhere in the ankle and foot, specifically their left foot. The initial encounter means that they’re currently receiving active treatment for it.
- S96.912D - Strain of unspecified muscle and tendon at ankle and foot level, left foot, subsequent encounter
This ICD-10 code is the same as Item 2, but this time, it’s meant for patients who are in the recovery phase and are still receiving routine care for the problem, hence the subsequent encounter.
- S96.912S - Strain of unspecified muscle and tendon at ankle and foot level, left foot, sequela
What sequela is can be summed up as the late effects of a specific problem (chronic or residual). Given this, this ICD-10 code should be accompanied by two other ICD-10 codes, one of which should designate the sequela’s nature, while the other should describe the sequela (meaning its effects). In the context of this ICD-10 code, these problems were caused by left ankle pain.
- T50.905A - Adverse effect of unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances, initial encounter
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a patient dealing with a specific problem caused by certain drugs. This has an initial encounter label on it. If you’re wondering what this has to do with left ankle pain, you can use it for any problems in the left ankle that are causing pain that came from certain drugs or medication, or biological substances.
- T50.905D - Adverse effect of unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances, subsequent encounter
Same as Item 5, but this time, there’s a subsequent encounter label.
- T50.905S - Adverse effect of unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances, sequela
Same as Item 5, but this time, there’s a sequela label.
Are these left ankle pain ICD codes billable?
Yes. All the aforementioned left ankle pain-related ICD-10 codes are valid and billable.
Clinical information about left ankle pain:
Left ankle pain simply refers to pain experienced specifically in the left ankle. The underlying cause of this pain can vary from person to person, encompassing conditions such as left ankle sprains, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, Achilles tendinitis, bursitis, and more.
Healthcare professionals conduct a series of tests to diagnose and identify specific ankle-related problems. These tests may involve examining for signs of bruising and swelling, performing physical examinations to elicit pain and determine the possible issue, and utilizing imaging techniques like X-rays, CT scans, or MRI scans to obtain a clear image of the affected ankle. In cases where there is suspicion of infection, professionals may resort to conducting biopsies.
Synonyms include:
- Ankle joint pain
- Ankle pain
- Pain of joint of left foot
- Pain of left ankle joint
- Repetitive motion disorder of left ankle
- Repetitive motion disorder of left foot
- Strain of muscle of left foot
- Strain of tendon of left ankle
Commonly asked questions
Yes, and we purposefully left them out of this mini-guide. Some codes are not specific, so they’re not valid and billable. The ones we indicated are all valid and have enough specificity to use.
Yes. They can simply rest, use ice compress, take NSAIDs, and wear supportive footwear.
The treatment approach for pain depends on its severity and underlying cause. In some cases, targeted medication or steroid injections may be prescribed. Others may require the use of braces, splints, or orthotics. Physical therapy may also be recommended. In more severe instances, surgical intervention may be necessary.
