ICD-10-CM Code for Sprain of joints and ligaments of other parts of head, initial encounter S03.8XXA

ICD-10 code S03.8XXA for Sprain of joints and ligaments of other parts of head, initial encounter is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes .

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Sprain of joints and ligaments of other parts of head, initial encounter

S03

Includes: avulsion of joint (capsule) or ligament of head
laceration of cartilage, joint (capsule) or ligament of head
sprain of cartilage, joint (capsule) or ligament of head
traumatic hemarthrosis of joint or ligament of head
traumatic rupture of joint or ligament of head
traumatic subluxation of joint or ligament of head
traumatic tear of joint or ligament of head

Excludes2: Strain of muscle or tendon of head (S09.1)

Code also: any associated open wound

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