Find comprehensive information on Right Toe Amputation diagnosis, including clinical documentation, ICD-10 codes (Z89.41_, Z89.411, Z89.412, Z89.413, Z89.414, Z89.415, Z89.418, Z89.419), medical coding guidelines, healthcare resources, and post-operative care for patients with acquired absence of right toe. Learn about amputation levels, partial toe amputation, complete toe amputation, and related healthcare terminology. This resource supports medical professionals in accurate diagnosis coding and patient care management related to right toe amputation.
Also known as
Acquired absence of right toe
Codes for acquired absence of right toe due to amputation or other causes.
Acquired absence of limb
This range covers acquired absence of limbs, including toes, due to amputation.
Injury of toe(s)
This code range may be used for the initial injury leading to amputation.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the amputation traumatic?
Yes
Level of amputation?
No
Cause of amputation?
When to use each related code
| Description |
|---|
| Right toe amputation |
| Right foot amputation |
| Right toe injury |
Coding lacks right or left designation leading to claim rejection or inaccurate data reporting. CDI crucial for clarification.
Imprecise documentation of amputation level (toe, ray, transmetatarsal) causing coding errors and affecting reimbursement.
Failure to code the etiology (diabetes, trauma, etc.) impacts quality reporting and case mix index. Requires CDI query.
Patient presents with indication for right toe amputation. The patient's presenting symptoms include (but are not limited to) right toe pain, infection, gangrene, ulceration, ischemia, or necrosis. Detailed history taken including onset, duration, and characteristics of symptoms, as well as relevant medical history such as peripheral artery disease (PAD), diabetes, trauma, or other contributing factors. Physical examination reveals findings consistent with the need for amputation, such as decreased or absent pulses, diminished sensation, tissue discoloration, or presence of necrotic tissue. Diagnostic studies, including imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT angiogram) and vascular studies (e.g., Doppler ultrasound, ankle-brachial index ABI), may have been performed to assess the extent of the condition and guide surgical planning. The risks and benefits of right toe amputation, including potential complications such as infection, delayed healing, phantom limb pain, and the need for revision surgery, were discussed with the patient. The patient demonstrates understanding and provides informed consent for the procedure. A plan for right toe amputation, specifying the level of amputation (e.g., partial toe, disarticulation at the metatarsophalangeal joint) and type of anesthesia, has been established. Post-operative care, including pain management, wound care, and rehabilitation including physical therapy and possible prosthetic fitting, will be addressed. ICD-10 codes for right toe amputation (e.g., 8D10, 8D11) and CPT codes for the surgical procedure will be utilized for billing and coding purposes. This documentation supports the medical necessity of the procedure and facilitates accurate clinical documentation for right toe amputation.