ICD 10 CM S62.125D | Description & Clinical Information

ICD 10 S62.125D describes a specific type of injury that involves a fracture in the left lunate, which is a crescent-shaped bone located in the proximal row of carpal bones that plays a crucial role in the movement of the wrist joint, and this fracture occurs without any displacement of the broken pieces of the bone, and is typically caused by trauma resulting from a direct blow sustained during a fall, a forceful push with an extended wrist, falling onto an outstretched hand with an overextended wrist, or a motor vehicle accident, and this code is used to indicate a subsequent encounter for a fracture that is healing normally.

Official Description Of S62.125D

The ICD 10 CM book defines ICD 10 code S62.125D as:

When To Use S62.125D

The diagnosis described by the ICD 10 CM S62.125D code denotes a nondisplaced fracture of the left lunate bone. This type of fracture can occur due to a fall on an outstretched hand or any other injury that puts pressure on the wrist area. Patients with this condition might experience tenderness when the wrist is palpated on the palm side, swelling, bruising, and painful wrist movement. The severity of these symptoms may vary depending on the extent of the injury, and the patient’s overall health condition.

In diagnosing this condition, providers rely on various methods. The patient’s medical history is one of the tools that the provider will use to understand how the injury occurred and the possible complicating factors that might affect treatment. Physical examination is also an important diagnostic tool in assessing the condition.

Full X-rays and CT scans are the most commonly used imaging techniques for diagnosing nondisplaced fractures. Oblique view X-rays are critical in detecting fractures of the lunate bone. However, other imaging techniques might be used, such as MRI or bone scintigraphy, especially if the provider suspects there may be nerve or blood vessel injuries related to the patient’s condition. Additionally, ultrasound imaging might be utilized for children’s cases, where there may be some difficulty in diagnosis.

Unlike displaced fractures, nondisplaced fractures, in most cases, require minimal or no surgery for treatment. Cast immobilization is the preferred method and involves putting a plaster cast that extends from the fingers to the upper arm (long arm) or just below the elbow (short arm) to immobilize the wrist. This offers protection, helps prevent further damage, and enhances healing. The type of cast chosen will depend on the extent of the injury, the patient’s age, and medical history.

Other treatments may include using cold therapy to reduce pain and minimize swelling. Physical therapy may be recommended to help the patient regain full range of motion and strength in the wrist. Additionally, medications such as analgesics and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may be prescribed to alleviate pain.

For full recovery, repeated X-rays may be necessary to evaluate healing progress and ensure the wrist is healing correctly. With appropriate medical attention, nondisplaced fractures of the left lunate bone have a good prognosis and most patients will regain full function of the wrist.