Find information on right rib contusion diagnosis, including clinical documentation, ICD-10 codes (S22.4_), medical coding guidelines, and healthcare best practices for bruised ribs. Learn about symptoms, treatment options, and differential diagnosis for rib contusions on the right side. This resource provides essential information for physicians, coders, and other healthcare professionals dealing with right sided rib injuries and chest wall trauma.
Also known as
Rib contusion, right side
Injury to the right rib cage without fracture.
Injuries to the thorax
Covers various chest injuries, including rib contusions.
Injury, poisoning, and certain other
Broad category encompassing injuries like contusions.
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Is the right rib contusion the only diagnosis?
Yes
Code: S12.11XA Right rib contusion, initial encounter
No
Is there a rib fracture?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Right Rib Contusion |
Right Rib Fracture |
Chest Wall Contusion, Unspecified |
Patient presents with complaints of right-sided chest pain and tenderness consistent with a suspected right rib contusion. Onset of pain followed a reported [Mechanism of injury - e.g., fall, direct blow to the chest]. Pain is localized to the [Specific rib number(s) if identifiable] area of the right rib cage and is exacerbated by deep inspiration, coughing, and palpation. Patient denies shortness of breath, hemoptysis, or radiating pain. Physical examination reveals localized tenderness to palpation over the affected area with no crepitus or obvious deformity. Auscultation of the lungs is clear. Vital signs are within normal limits. Assessment: Right rib contusion. Differential diagnoses considered include rib fracture, pneumothorax, and pleurisy. Rib fracture is considered less likely given the absence of crepitus and deformity. Pneumothorax and pleurisy are ruled out based on clear lung sounds and the localized nature of the pain. Plan: Conservative management with pain control using [Specify pain medication prescribed - e.g., NSAIDs, acetaminophen]. Patient education provided on pain management techniques, including ice application, splinting, and deep breathing exercises. Follow-up as needed. ICD-10 code: S22.41XA. Patient advised to return if symptoms worsen or new symptoms develop.