icd-9 code 727.81

[rcbaker]

is 727.81 the correct code for tendon adhesions flexor digitorum,middle finger?

 

[BCrandall]

I would use 727.89. 727.81 is for tendon sheath contracture.

 

[NaliniAAPC]

Hi,

For tendon adhesions flexor digitorum,middle finger 727.89 is appropriate than 727.81.

Regards,
Nalini CPC

 

[preserene]

yes it is still in the process of adhesion only and non specific; contracture status not reached or documented yet. So 727..9 is the appropriate one for this scenario