Wiki icd-9 code - I could use some help

[HAPPYCODER]

I could use some help with locating a dx code for ruptured plantaris muscle of the leg.

 

[mwarmke]

Am wondering if 729.72 might work for you. marsha

 

[mwarmke]

am wondering if 729.72 might work or otherwise the sprain codes may work as well. Not sure of injury. Hope this helps Marsha

 

[HAPPYCODER]

Thanks...I will look into that code.

 

[scicchitanoa]

Ruptured plantaris tendon, foot would code to 845.19 - Foot sprain

 

[astephens]

if nontraumatic check 728.83

 

[saravaaki]

icd 9 code help

you can use 728.83 if the rupture is not becoz of trauma.