T79.A2
Non-billableTraumatic compartment syndrome of lower extremity
T79.A2 is the ICD-10-CM code for Traumatic compartment syndrome of lower extremity. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as T79.A21 for billing.
S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHYour muscles help you move and help your body work. Different types of muscles have different jobs. There are many problems that can affect muscles. Muscle disorders can cause weakness, pain or even paralysis. Causes of muscle disorders include: Injury or overuse, such as sprains or strains , cramps or tendinitis A genetic disorder, such as muscular dystrophy Some cancers Inflammation, such as myositis Diseases of…
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Includes
- •Traumatic compartment syndrome of hip, buttock, thigh, leg, foot, and toes
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Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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