Injury of r int carotid, intcr w LOC of 1-5 hrs 59 min, init

Injury of right internal carotid artery, intracranial portion, not elsewhere classified with loss of consciousness of 1 hour to 5 hours 59 minutes, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a traumatic injury to the intracranial segment of the right internal carotid artery, not otherwise specified, resulting in a moderate period of unconsciousness lasting between one and six hours. This injury is typically caused by external forces impacting the head, leading to vascular damage within the skull.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for patients presenting with a documented head injury that has caused damage to the right intracranial internal carotid artery and a Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score indicating loss of consciousness for 1 to 5 hours and 59 minutes. Documentation should clearly specify the laterality of the injury and the duration of unconsciousness.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the medical record explicitly states "right" internal carotid artery and "intracranial portion."
Verify the exact duration of loss of consciousness; codes vary significantly based on this timeframe.
This is an "initial encounter" code, meaning it's used for the period when the patient is receiving active treatment for the injury.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S06.813Injury of r int carotid, intcr w LOC of 1-5 hrs 59 min

S06.813A(current)

Crosswalks

854.03ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S06Intracranial injury S06.0Concussion S06.0XConcussion S06.0X0Concussion without loss of consciousness S06.0X0AConcussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter