ICD Code S93.4 is a non-billable code. To code a diagnosis of this type, you must use one of the five child codes of S93.4 that describes the diagnosis sprain of ankle in more detail.
Left Ankle Sprain ICD 10 Diagnosis
The doctor will determine whether the injury is a sprain or a more serious injury in order to diagnose Left Ankle Sprain ICD 10. He or she will also have a physical examination to determine if ligaments have ruptured. During the examination, the doctor will move the left ankle in various ways to check range of motion. This allows the doctor to make a correct diagnosis. An imaging test, such as an X-ray, is ordered to rule out fractures. An MRI uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create a detailed of the body. This happens if the doctor suspects a fracture or serious injury to a ligament or damage to the surface of the ankle.
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Left Ankle Sprain ICD 10 Causes
Left Ankle Spain ICD 10 can be diagnosed when a sprain occurs in the left ankle of a patient. The left ankle is forced to move beyond its normal position and causes one or more of its ligaments to stretch, tear or tear. The causes of left ankle sprain ICD 10 include falls that cause the ankle to twist or land on the foot, jumps or swings when walking, exercising on an uneven surface, or when a person steps on the foot during a sport or activity.
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