What is the ICD-10 code for nail avulsion?

The ICD-10 code for nail avulsion due to contusion is S90.211A, while for open wounds with nail damage, it is S91.2.

When to use CPT code 11730?

CPT code 11730 is used for simple nail avulsion procedures without matrix destruction.

ICD-10 Coding for Avulsion Nail(S90.211A, S90.211S, S90.2)

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Explore detailed coding and documentation guidelines for nail avulsion procedures, including ICD-10 and CPT codes, clinical validation, and common pitfalls.

Also known as:

Nail AvulsionNail Removal

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Avulsion Nail

S00-T88Primary Range

Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

Code	Description	When to Use	Key Documentation
S90.211A	Contusion of right great toe with nail damage, initial encounter	Use for initial encounter of contusion with nail damage on the right great toe.	Documented contusion with nail damage Initial encounter for the injury
S91.2	Open wound of toe(s) with nail damage	Use for open wounds involving nail damage.	Documented open wound with nail damage

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Contusion of right great toe with damage to nail, initial encounter

S90.211ABillable

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Open wound of toe(s) with nail damageS91.2

Use when there is an open wound present with nail damage.

Contusion of right great toe with nail damage, initial encounterS90.211A

Use for contusions without open wounds.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Avulsion Nail.

Missing laterality in documentation

Impact

Clinical: Ambiguity in treatment location, Regulatory: Non-compliance with coding standards, Financial: Potential claim denials

Mitigation

Always specify the affected side, Use templates that prompt for laterality

Using 11750 for temporary avulsion

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect billing may lead to denials, Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines, Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data representation

Mitigation

Confirm matrix destruction method in note

Matrix destruction documentation

Impact

Failure to document matrix destruction when billing 11750

Mitigation

Ensure procedure notes clearly state matrix destruction method

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with S90.211A.

Primary Code

S90.211A

Contusion of right great toe with damage to nail, initial encounter

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ICD-10 Coding for Avulsion Nail(S90.211A, S90.211S, S90.2)

Documentation & Coding Risks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for nail avulsion?

When to use CPT code 11730?

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