Find information on right hand contusion diagnosis, including clinical documentation, medical coding, ICD-10 codes, symptoms, treatment, and healthcare guidelines. Learn about hand contusion assessment, differential diagnosis, and best practices for accurate medical record keeping and billing. This resource provides comprehensive information for healthcare professionals, coders, and patients seeking to understand right hand contusions.
Also known as
Injuries to the wrist and hand
Covers injuries like contusions, sprains, and fractures of the wrist and hand.
Injuries involving multiple body regions
Used if the right hand contusion occurred alongside injuries to other body parts.
Pain in limb
May be used if pain is a primary symptom following a right hand contusion.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the right hand contusion specified as superficial?
Yes
Code S60.011A Right hand superficial injury
No
Is there a current open wound?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Right Hand Contusion |
Right Hand Sprain |
Right Hand Strain |
Coding right hand contusion without specifying laterality (e.g., dominant/non-dominant) can lead to claim denials and inaccurate data.
Insufficient documentation of the cause, severity, and specific location of the right hand contusion can hinder accurate coding and reimbursement.
Using the wrong 7th character for initial/subsequent encounter or sequela for a right hand contusion can lead to coding errors and compliance issues.
Patient presents with complaints of pain and swelling in the right hand, consistent with a right hand contusion. Onset of symptoms occurred on [Date of onset] following [Mechanism of injury - e.g., a fall onto an outstretched hand, direct blow to the hand]. The patient denies any loss of consciousness or other associated injuries. Physical examination reveals localized tenderness, edema, and ecchymosis over the [Specific location on right hand - e.g., dorsum of the hand, palmar aspect of the hand, thenar eminence]. Range of motion is [Limited or within normal limits] with [Description of any limitations - e.g., pain on flexion, decreased grip strength]. No crepitus or deformity is palpable. Neurovascular status is intact, with capillary refill less than 2 seconds and normal sensation to light touch. Radiographs of the right hand were [Obtained or not obtained] and [Findings - e.g., were negative for fracture or revealed a nondisplaced fracture]. Diagnosis of right hand contusion was made. Treatment plan includes RICE therapy (rest, ice, compression, elevation), over-the-counter analgesics such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain management, and follow-up as needed. Patient education provided on hand contusion care, including signs and symptoms of infection and when to seek further medical attention. Hand contusion ICD-10 code S60.xxx is appropriate for this encounter.