Minor laceration of unsp pulmonary blood vessels, sequela

This code describes a long-term complication or late effect resulting from a minor tear in an unspecified blood vessel within the lungs. This injury, though minor, has left a lasting impact that is now being addressed.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained minor laceration to a pulmonary blood vessel, and the specific vessel is not identified. This applies to follow-up encounters for chronic issues stemming from the original injury.

• Requires a seventh character of 'S' to indicate sequela.
• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the current condition(s) being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the old, minor pulmonary blood vessel laceration.