Major laceration of right internal jugular vein, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a major laceration of the right internal jugular vein. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience a lasting consequence directly attributable to that specific vascular trauma.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a sequela (e.g., chronic pain, nerve damage, persistent venous insufficiency, scar tissue complications) resulting from a previously sustained major laceration of the right internal jugular vein. The patient's current condition must be a direct and lasting consequence of the original injury, not an acute presentation.

• Requires a seventh character 'S' to indicate sequela, meaning the initial injury has healed but a residual effect persists.
• Always sequence the sequela code first, followed by codes for the specific manifestation(s) of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, nerve palsy).
• Ensure documentation explicitly links the current condition to the prior major laceration of the right internal jugular vein.