ICD-9-CM 958.6 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 958.6 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
2015/16 ICD-10-CM T79.6XXA Traumatic ischemia of muscle, initial encounter
Approximate Synonyms
Volkmanns contracture
Volkmann's contracture
Clinical Information
A type of permanent damage to muscles and nerves that results from prolonged lack blood flow to those tissues. It is characterized by shortening and stiffening of the muscles