ICD-10 Coding for ATFL Sprain(S93.42XA)
This diagnosis requires careful attention to:
Patient presents with acute onset of ankle pain following a [describe incident]. Examination reveals tenderness over the ATFL and positive anterior drawer test.
Imaging studies confirm diagnosis of ATFL sprain. Plan is for conservative management with rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
An ATFL sprain is an injury to the anterior talofibular ligament in the ankle, often due to a sudden twist or turn.
This code should be used for the initial encounter for care of an acute ATFL sprain.
