ICD-Code S83.5: Sprain and strain involving (anterior)(posterior) cruciate ligament of knee

Note

In outpatient care, the ICD code on medical documents is always appended with a diagnostic confidence indicator (A, G, V or Z): A (excluded diagnosis), G (confirmed diagnosis), V (tentative diagnosis) and Z (condition after a confirmed diagnosis).

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Cruciate ligament rupture

Cruciate ligament ruptures usually occur in ball sports. Whether surgery is required on a rupture depends on the stability of the knee and the age of the injured person, among other factors.