ICD-10-CM S83.251: Bucket-handle tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, right knee

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About ICD-10-CM Code S83.251 (Bucket-handle tear of lateral meniscus)

ICD-10-CM code S83.251 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM S83.251 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S83.251 - Bucket-handle tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, right knee. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Bucket-handle tear of lateral meniscus related to current injury, right knee.