What is the correct ICD-10-CM code for a new patient seen for a left-sided Nursemaid’s elbow? a. S53.492A b. S53.032S c. S50.02XA d. S53.032A
Question
What is the correct ICD-10-CM code for a new patient seen for a left-sided Nursemaid’s elbow? a. S53.492A b. S53.032S c. S50.02XA d. S53.032A
Solution
The correct ICD-10-CM code for a new patient seen for a left-sided Nursemaid’s elbow is S53.032A. This code is used to denote a 'Nursemaid's elbow' which is a common injury among young children and toddlers. The 'A' at the end of the code indicates that it is an initial encounter.
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